05/17/2026
FIRE REPORT for Jackson Co, Ks 05/17/2026
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Breezy, with a south wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
The rangeland fire danger index will be in the low category this afternoon.
Low fire danger means...controlled burns can be executed with reasonable safety.
Check with local authorities to ensure burning is allowed before starting a planned burn.
We are NOT allowing burning today please call 785-364-3123 before starting your burn.
Remember that all permits expired Dec 31, 2025. You can pick a new one up at any fire dept in Jackson county.