The V.I. Fire Service announced Monday that due to dry weather conditions in the U.S. Virgin Islands, it has issued a ban on outdoor burning until further notice.
"Effective immediately, all outdoor burning is temporarily prohibited in the territory, the Fire Service said. According to the release, existing burn permits will be suspended and no new permits will be issued.
For additional information, residents and businesses may contact the Arson Investigation and Prevention Units (Prevention Units) in their respective district. The Prevention Unit in the St. Thomas/St. John District can be reached at 340-774-7610, and the Prevention Unit in the St. Croix District can be reached at 340-773-8050.
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