Coryell County Issues Jan. 23-27 Burn Ban, Residents Urged to Call Sheriff

Coryell County has issued a temporary countywide burn ban that is in effect Jan. 23-27, 2026, under official order CJ26-01. The county homepage and the linked CJ2601 PDF notify residents that open burning is prohibited for the duration of the order and direct citizens to contact the Coryell County Sheriff’s Office before any burning at the phone number listed on the notice.

County officials framed the order as a standard civil-protection measure issued in response to local conditions. The restriction covers all open burning during the five-day period, meaning common outdoor fires such as brush pile burns, yard waste fires, and other open flames used to dispose of debris should be suspended until the ban lifts. The county notice also provides a point of contact for questions and for residents seeking clarification on permitted activities.

The ban affects homeowners, landowners, and businesses that often rely on controlled outdoor burning for land management or waste disposal. For residents who planned to conduct prescribed burns, clear debris, or operate burn barrels, the order requires postponement or alternative disposal methods. Those unsure whether a specific activity qualifies as open burning or whether an exemption applies are urged to call the Sheriff’s Office at the number listed on the county homepage and the CJ2601 PDF before proceeding.

Local emergency services and fire departments typically coordinate around such orders to reduce wildfire risk and protect property. While the county notice does not list enforcement penalties in detail, the purpose of CJ26-01 is to limit human-caused ignitions while local conditions remain a concern. Keeping burns off the calendar for the coming days also reduces strain on volunteer fire departments and first responders should conditions change.

Residents should monitor the Coryell County homepage and the CJ2601 PDF for any updates or rescission of the order. If you must move brush or debris, consider hauling options or municipal disposal sites rather than burning. By following the ban and contacting the Sheriff’s Office for guidance, Coryell County residents help lower the immediate fire risk and support local emergency responders during the Jan. 23-27 restriction period.