Town of Wyoming

THE  WEATHER MAY CREATE BURNING BANS IN WAUPACA COUNTY, PLEASE CHECK THE DNR SITE BELOW FOR TODAY'S RESTRICTIONS.

BURNING NEWS 2019

FOUR SIMPLE STEPS TO RESPONSIBLE BURNING

1. OBTAIN an annual burning permit by calling 1-888-WISBURN (947-2876) to have a permit mailed or instantly emailed to you.  Permits can also be obtained on line at dnr.wi.gov (search keyword "burn permit") or through a local Emergency Fire Warden or DNR office.

2. ALWAYS CHECK BEFORE BURNING by calling 1-888-WISBURN (947-2876) after 11:00 A.M. and entering the code for the county where you intend to burn. Waupaca - 69; Shawano - 70.  Check the burning restrictions on line at dnr.wi.gov (search keyword "burning restrictions."). Click on the county you wish to burn in.

3.  FOLLOW the restrictions for the day.  Have tools and water available to extinguish your fire.  Make sure your fire is completely out and cold to the touch before leaving.

4.  NOTIFY the Waupaca County Sheriff Department at 715-258-4466 for brush piles larger than 6' X6'X6' and broadcast burns greater than 10 acres in size.

Burning permits (incl. special permits) are required January 1 through May 31 when the ground is not completely snow-covered.  This applies to areas outside of incorporated cities and villages.  For burning restrictions within city and village limits, contact local officials.

Annual burning permits are valid for the entire calendar year, but require daily authorization.  Permits can be obtained over the phone, on line, or from Emergency Fire Wardens.

A special burning permit must be obtained from a DNR office for brush piles larger than 6'X6'X6' and for broadcast burns greater than 10 acres in size.

Residential burning is restricted to pine needles, leaves, grass, brush, unpainted/untreated wood, and confidential papers.  Restrictions apply all year.  Businesses are prohibited from any outdoor open burning.

Campfires for warming or cooking purposes do not require a burning permit and are allowed anytime except during Emergency Burning Restrictions.

Your fire must be attended at all times until completely extinguished and cold to the touch.  Failure to extinguish is a crime and may result in a $500 fine and/or 30 days in jail.  Should your fire escape, you can be held liabile for all suppression costs and damages.