CHARLOTTE, N.C. βΒ A mandatory burn ban will go into effect on Monday across Mecklenburg County parks amid the ongoing drought.
The ban prohibits the use of open flames at any Mecklenburg County park or facility. It also forbids the use of charcoal grills, personal propane or gas grills, fire pits, campfires, bonfires, or the use of tiki torches, candles or other flame-producing devices.
Officials say this is necessary to minimize potential fire hazards during the drought.
The move is only temporary but the ban will be in effect indefinitely until drought conditions improve. The statewide burn ban also remains in effect until further notice.
