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Louisiana Open Burning Rules (2026)

Conditional: Open burning is limited to vegetation/ordinary yard waste (no synthetic materials, tires, paper, structures).

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Open burning is limited to vegetation/ordinary yard waste (no synthetic materials, tires, paper, structures). Burns may be banned by the State Fire Marshal or LDAF during dry conditions; local parish rules may be stricter.

Official source: ldaf.la.gov →

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