Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Natural Resources
NR 1-99 - Fish, Game and Enforcement, Forestry and Recreation
Chapter NR 30 - Forest Fire Control
Section NR 30.05 - Emergency burning restrictions
Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง NR 30.05
Current through August 26, 2024
(1) Upon the issuance of an order pursuant to sub. (2), it shall be unlawful for any person within the boundaries of forest fire control areas established under ss. NR 30.01 and 30.02 to :
(a) Build a campfire in any manner except in
developed camping areas unless the individual has first obtained a special
permit from a duly appointed area forest ranger or other person delegated that
authority by the department.
(b)
Smoke a pipe, cigar or cigarette except at places of residence, or in a vehicle
equipped with an ash receptacle.
(c) Throw matches, ashes or burning material
from a vehicle.
(d) Burn
combustible materials in any or all the areas described in this section unless
they have first obtained a special permit from a duly appointed and designated
forest ranger, fire warden or other person designated by the
department.
(2) The provisions of this section shall become effective upon the issuance of an order by the secretary and the posting of 2 notices in the form prepared by the department in each civil township affected. The notice shall also be published for information. The department shall take such other steps as it deems necessary to convey effective notice to persons who are likely to be affected by the order.
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