No fire ban yet but dry conditions heighten danger

The Dubois County fire chiefs and Tammy Humbert, Director of Emergency Management, are concerned that current conditions could lead to out-of-control fires if residents are not careful.

With the dry ground and vegetation, it is extremely easy for controlled burns to get out of control quickly, officials said in a press release.

Therefore, they are urging residents to be responsible if they burn. Take precautions to prevent out-of-control fires and contact the Dubois County Communications Center to notify them of the planned burning of brush or other outdoor vegetation on your property.

The Dubois County Fire Chiefs are closely monitoring the situation, and if conditions continue to deteriorate, a burn ban could be issued soon.