Burn ban issued for Edmonson County

A burn ban is in effect
Published: Sep. 1, 2026 at 2:55 PM CDT

What This Story Is About

  • A burn ban is in effect for Edmonson County.

Why It Matters

  • It is extremely dry right now, and the temperature is in the severe category with a Heat Advisory in effect until Thursday.

What Happens Next

  • If you have any questions, call the Judge/Executive’s office at 270-597-2819.

EDMONSON CO., Ky. (WBKO) - A burn ban is in effect for a county in the WBKO viewing area.

Just before 10 a.m., Tuesday morning, a burn ban was issued for residents in Edmonson County, according to an executive order signed by Ronald Scott Lindsey.

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