Fire Ban Now in Effect for Devon

Updated May 7, 2025

The Town of Devon has elevated its fire danger rating to a Fire Ban as dry conditions and high wildfire risk continue to impact the region. The Fine Fuel Moisture and Fire Spread Index are both at extreme levels, prompting the need for immediate precautions to protect our community.

Effective immediately:

• All active fire permits are cancelled.
• No new permits for open burning or fireworks will be issued.
• Recreational fires, including those in approved backyard fire pits, are not permitted.
• Smokers (solid-fuel burning appliances) are prohibited.
• Propane and gas-fueled appliances (e.g., BBQs, camp stoves) are still allowed for cooking.

Residents are reminded to be extremely cautious with smoking materials:

• Always dispose of cigarettes in metal containers and keep them wet.
• Never discard smoking materials in flowerpots, on trails, in dry vegetation, or from vehicles.

This fire ban is a proactive measure to reduce the risk of wildfires and keep our community safe.

Devon Fire Rescue continues to monitor local conditions closely and will update the public as needed.

Original Post April 13, 2025

The Town of Devon has updated its fire rating to Fire Advisory as of April 13, 2025.

Under this advisory:

• Recreational fires in approved fire pits are still permitted.
• Open fires (fires not in an approved pit) and fireworks require a permit. Please note that permits may be restricted based on conditions.
• Smokers that burn solid fuels are permitted.
• Propane and gas-fueled cooking appliances are allowed.

The Fire Advisory rating serves as a reminder of the increased fire risk within our community. Residents are asked to take extra precautions:

• Dispose of smoking materials in proper metal containers and ensure they are fully extinguished.
• Never discard cigarettes into backyard vegetation, on walking trails, or from vehicles.
• Do not extinguish cigarettes in flowerpots, planters, or organic material.

Devon Fire Rescue will continue to monitor conditions and update the fire rating as needed to protect public safety.

Please note that the fire rating may change at any time depending on local conditions.