Open Burning Permits or a “Permit to Kindle Fire” regulates open burning in every town in Vermont. Town Forest Fire Wardens are responsible for issuing open burning permits if fuel and weather conditions are safe for outdoor burning. Fire Wardens have the authority to ban open burning in their towns during times of high fire danger or hazardous local conditions.
Storm damage is widespread, and we are assessing conditions.
- State Parks Updates: Stay up to date on Vermont State Parks
- Trail and Road Access and Conditions: Check Trail Finder and State Lands Road Closures to learn about trail and road access and conditions. We urge hikers to respect trail notices and closures and prioritize safety when accessing recreation sites.
- Flood Recovery Resources for Forest Economy Businesses and Landowners
- Be prepared: sign up for VT Alerts, watch the weather from the NWS, check VT 511 for traffic, report damages to Vermont 211, and find flood assistance.