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What can a Fire Warden do about a neighbor that always complains about smoke from a legal burn? 

Submitted by john.sears@ver… on

Verify the burner is not violating any conditions of the permit. Encourage burner to monitor wind conditions that could bring smoke onto neighbor's property.  Fire Wardens may add special conditions to the permit to reduce smoke issues for the neighbor.  Neighbor disputes can be difficult.  Try to remain impartial and consistent.  Involving the Town Health Officer may be helpful.  

Can a Fire Warden get a Deputy? 

Submitted by john.sears@ver… on

Deputies will be approved if there is a need in the town for assistance.  When the Commissioner, or designee deems it difficult in any municipality for one warden to take charge of protecting the entire municipality from forest fires, they may appoint one or more deputy forest fire wardens within the town.

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