As of Saturday, October 4, 2025, a county-wide burn ban has been issued in Madison County by the Madison County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Madison County Emergency Management & Homeland Security Agency and local fire departments. Currently, 17 other counties in Indiana are also under a similar burn ban.
A Declaration of Local Emergency has been issued by the Principal Executive Officer of Madison County due to ongoing drought conditions, which pose a significant risk of widespread fire hazards. This declaration is in accordance with Indiana Code sections 10-14-3-29(a)(1) and 36-2-2-2, which grant the President of the County Board of Commissioners the authority to declare a local emergency.
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The burn ban prohibits the following activities in Madison County:
* Campfires and recreational fires, unless they are enclosed in a fire ring with dimensions of 23 inches in diameter and 6 inches in height, or larger
* Open burning of any kind using conventional fuel, such as wood or other combustible materials, except for grills fueled by charcoal briquettes or propane
* Burning of debris, including timber or vegetation, resulting from construction activities or windstorm debris
* Use of burn barrels for open burning at residential structures
However, charcoal from permitted grills can be used, but the charcoal must be thoroughly extinguished before being removed from the grill.
The Declaration of Local Emergency will remain in effect until it is rescinded by the Madison County Board of Commissioners, who will reevaluate the situation every seven days. All residents are required to comply with the burn ban and cooperate with public officials and disaster services.
The issuance of this burn ban is a precautionary measure to protect the safety of citizens and property in Madison County. By taking this step, the county aims to mitigate the risk of wildfires and ensure public safety during the ongoing drought conditions.
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