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Mississippi Open Burning Rules (2026)

Conditional: Outdoor/debris burning generally requires an MFC burn permit (now available through MFC's online system) and is prohibited entirely when a county burn ban is in effect.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Outdoor/debris burning generally requires an MFC burn permit (now available through MFC's online system) and is prohibited entirely when a county burn ban is in effect. County Boards of Supervisors request bans; MFC approves them.

Official source: mfc.ms.gov →

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