There are several parishes in the state under a burn ban, and two right here in Acadiana.
ACADIA PARISH
Acadia Parish Police Jury President Beau Petitjean has issued a burn ban for the parish due to dry conditions affecting the area. The ban, which took effect immediately, prohibits all outdoor burning activities throughout Acadia Parish. The only exception is the use of barbecue grills. "No other types of outdoor burning are permitted under this order," according to the announcement.
The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice and will be lifted only when conditions improve, officials said. Dry conditions have been affecting Acadia Parish and surrounding areas, prompting the precautionary measure.
EVANGELINE PARISH
UPDATE: The burn ban for Evangeline was rescinded
Effective immediately, Evangeline Parish is under a burn ban. The Sheriff advises that you are not to burn anything until further notice. The ban includes anything with an open flame that has the potential to create an ember. The wind can carry floating embers away from the original fire and start a spot fire. The ban excludes any outdoor cooking on grills and prescribed burns certified by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
Here is a link to find all burn bans in the State of Louisiana.
