Oklahoma County commissioners approve 14-day countywide burn ban on fire chiefs’ recommendation

Oklahoma County commissioners voted to receive and approve a 14-day countywide burn ban after hearing a recommendation from the county fire chiefs.

Mr. Barnes, speaking on behalf of the Fire Chiefs of Oklahoma County, told the commission that "All the requirements of Title 2 state statutes have been met" and recommended implementing a 14-day countywide ban to reduce fire risk. Commissioners moved, seconded and approved a resolution to receive and enact the ban by voice vote.

The board recorded the action as a routine resolution; no recorded roll-call tally was provided in the transcript. Mr. Barnes said he would provide the formal paperwork to the commission following the meeting. The commission adjourned after completing the remaining business.