DELTA COUNTY IS NOT CURRENTLY UNDER A BURN BAN.
The County Fire Marshal's office is responsible for ensuring fire and life safety and to reduce the risk of fire loss to the lives and property of the citizens of Delta County. The County Fire Marshal's office, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 352, is responsible for conducting investigations of fires that occur in the unincorporated areas of Delta County for origin and cause. This same statute provides for the inspection of various facilities in the unincorporated areas of Delta County for fire and life safety hazards. The Fire Marshal's office, along with other law enforcement agencies in the county, enforces environmental protection laws found in the Texas Health and Safety Code as well as the Texas Water Code.
Burn Ban Status
Delta County is not currently under a burn ban.
Visit the Texas Forest Service's website to determine the burn ban status for your county.
Outdoor Burning
Prior to outdoor burning, call Delta County 911 Dispatch at (903) 395-2146 to log your controlled burn and to determine if weather conditions permit outdoor burning.
RESPONSIBILITY AND CONSEQUENCES FOR OUTDOOR BURNING
View the State Law in regards to responsibility for consequences of outdoor burning.
Outdoor Burning in Texas Guide
Texas Local Government Code Chapter 352, Subchapter D, Outdoor Burning
Fire Danger
Current Fire Danger https://twc.tamu.edu/tfs/rawsd/rawsfcst.png
Foster Family Home Fire Inspections
Prior to scheduling an inspection, please print out the Self Evaluation checklist and have ready for your inspection. The Self Evaluation checklist can be found at Texas Department of Insurance.
Fire Safety Research and Resources
The Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office offers a wide variety of fire safety information on their website. A number of other respected organizations offer an even wider variety of fire-safety related reports and resources for those wishing to gain greater insight into various aspects of fire safety. Visit the Texas Department of Insurance's website to learn more information regarding fire safety to help ensure that your home or business is safe.