Collin County is now under a 90-day burn ban

 McKINNEY, Texas (July 13, 2022) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is endorsing Collin County’s outdoor burn ban within the incorporated limits of the City of McKinney. As a result, MFD requires hot work permits for those performing hot work or cutting and welding outdoors.

 “The free permits reinforce the importance of heightened awareness for safety during these hot and dry conditions,” said McKinney Fire Marshal Mike Smith.

 Operational Permit Application

 Hot Work Permit Application

The Collin County burn ban covers the City of McKinney, ETJ, and fire district property. The following conditions are included in the ban:

• No open burning is allowed. That includes recreation fires that are used for warmth, pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, or other purposes.
• Wood-burning fire pits or campfires are not allowed.
• The burn ban does NOT include residential grills and smokers.

Read the full text of the Collin County outdoor burn ban