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Contact: Marty Doll, Communications Coordinator
Phone 952-826-0396 • Fax 952-826-0390 • Web www.CityofEdina.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Spring burning restrictions in effect in Edina
Edina, Minn., March 29, 2010 – Spring open burning restrictions went into effect in Edina on
Monday, March 29, and will remain in effect until further notice. Warming temperatures mixed with
dry vegetation and strong winds during the spring months present an added risk that an outdoor fire
may spread out of control.
“The purpose of our annual burning restriction is to reduce personal property damage resulting
from wildfires,” said Fire Chief Marty Scheerer. “These restrictions are extremely important from a
safety standpoint and will be strictly enforced.”
Historically, most wildfires in Minnesota occur during April and May. Since the inception of annual
burning restrictions, the number of spring wildfires has been reduced.
Burning restrictions will remain in effect until vegetation greens up enough to significantly lower the
fire danger. Residents will still be able to obtain a recreational fire permit through the use of the
City of Edina website, but will not be allowed to have a recreational fire until the ban is lifted. Once
lifted, residents will be required to call the recreational fires hotline at 952-826-0398 before burning
to ensure it is allowed.
For more information, visit www.CityofEdina.com/Fire or call the Edina Fire Department at 952-826-
0378.
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