State Fire Marshal, John W. Rudd, has ordered a Burning Ban, beginning October 15, 2024, for all outdoor burning, as current conditions throughout the State of Delaware are extremely dry and pose a fire hazard. Effective immediately, the following are prohibited: bonfires, controlled burnings (including burning of leaves and yard waste), agricultural burnings, fires for land clearing, fires for demolition and removal of hazards, and outdoor rubbish fires (whether or not contained). More Info

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Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, Appeals & Alternatives

Regulations Changes to Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations Letter (Effective September 1, 2021) Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 2021 Tentative Interim Amendments Appeals Notice of Appeal to the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission Alternatives Request for Alternative

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About the Office of The State Fire Marshal

In 1953, at the urging of the Volunteer Fire Service, the State Legislature created the Office of the State Fire Marshal and directed that regulations, reflecting nationally recognized standards, be promulgated to enhance life safety and property conservation for the citizens of Delaware. The State Fire Marshal’s Office functions as an independent state agency under […]

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