Brunswick County lifting burn ban

BOLIVIA, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick County Fire Marshal’s Office will lift a ban on all open burning within 100 feet of an occupied structure for the unincorporated areas within Brunswick County.

According to a press release, the Brunswick County Fire Marshal’s Office continually monitors fire weather metrics to determine if there is an increased risk of fires starting and spreading quickly. Fire Marshal Andrew Thompson appreciates the cooperation of community members while the burn ban was in effect. To stay proactive in keeping lives and property safe, the public is urged to be vigilant and use caution when burning outdoors.

The burn ban was originally issued on May 2, 2025, due to an increased risk of fire danger and unfavorable weather and drought conditions forecasted for the area, in part due to the wildfire affecting the Boiling Spring Lakes area.

“Residents should still be on guard and monitor any burning they may do to ensure safety and compliance with the law,” Fire Marshal Thompson said. “Rainy weather and other factors are helping improve some of the dangerous conditions we have seen here lately, but it is important to remain cautious to help our firefighters and public safety crews as they work to mitigate the remaining work related to the recent wildfire.”