Village officials are reminding residents that a town-wide burn ban remains in effect for the Municipality of Robeline due to ongoing extreme heat and dangerously dry conditions.

According to the Village of Robeline, the burn ban was declared Feb. 26 by Mayor Gordon O’Con under the authority of Louisiana Revised Statute 29:727. The order was issued after local fire officials formally requested action, citing a significant lack of rainfall, dry vegetation and an increased risk of uncontrolled outdoor fires.

The proclamation prohibits all outdoor burning within the corporate limits of Robeline until further notice.

The ban includes the burning of yard waste such as leaves, branches and grass clippings, as well as construction debris, trash, open fire pits and campfires. Outdoor cooking is permitted only when conducted in contained, commercial-grade appliances such as charcoal or gas grills. Officials stress that grills must be attended at all times and placed away from dry vegetation.

The burn ban does not apply to prescribed burns conducted by certified professionals under the oversight of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

Officials warn that violations of the burn ban may result in civil or criminal penalties under state law and applicable municipal ordinances.

The order will remain in effect until weather conditions improve and the proclamation is formally rescinded. Residents are urged to comply with the ban to help protect property, neighboring homes and first responders during the current dry spell.