Tulsa County Commissioners have extended the burn ban that was already in effect for Tulsa County.
The announcement was made Monday Morning. Michael Willis, Public Relations Officer for Tulsa County, said Commissioners determined the extension of the ban was necessary after reviewing surveys conducted in Tulsa area fire departments and looking ahead to the forecast for this week.
This burn ban allows exceptions for outdoor grilling with electric or gas grills with the as long as the grilling is done over gravel, concrete, or another non-flammable surface. In addition, all operating grills should be attended by an adult who has direct access to a water hose.
On July 23, 2012, Tulsa County Commissioners will meet again to assess the need for another extension of the Tulsa County burn ban. If significant rain fall occurs in Tulsa County, the ban may be lifted.
