Calhoun County EMA

04/06/2026

: Burn Permits Resume | 04/06/26

🔥 The Anniston Fire Department would like to inform the public that the local burn ban has been officially lifted, effective April 6, 2026.

ℹ️ Outdoor burn will now resume through the Anniston Fire Department. We appreciate the community’s patience, and cooperation, Residents with questions about burn permits or outdoor burning guidelines are encouraged to contact the Anniston Fire Department.

⚠️ Remember all outdoor burning requires a permit.

Thank you!

04/02/2026

💥NOISE ALERT: Thursday, April 2, 2026💥
The Anniston Munitions Center Range at Anniston Army Depot is active today. You may hear sounds that impact our community.

04/01/2026

Wildfire season in Alabama is no joke...

🥾It may be April Fool's Day, but our first-responder wildland firefighters aren't joking around. They're on the fireline protecting Alabama's forests and the people who depend on them.

🔥Over the past 30 days, our crews have responded to 390 wildfires for a total of almost 13,000 acres.

🌧Until drought conditions improve, we are continuing to urge everyone to avoid outdoor burning.

03/31/2026

Members of the Calhoun County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met today at Doncasters Structural Castings of Oxford.

Representatives from Doncasters, Eastman, Oxford Fire Department, Anniston Fire Department, Anniston EMS, and Calhoun County EMA discussed coordination and how industry and public safety partners work together during emergencies.

After the meeting, Doncasters staff provided a tour of the facility, giving responders a better understanding of their operations. We appreciate Doncasters for hosting and helping strengthen these important partnerships!

Industry partners in Calhoun County that store, use, or transport hazardous materials are encouraged to be part of the LEPC. The committee brings industry and emergency responders together to improve coordination and preparedness before an emergency happens. Facilities interested in participating are encouraged to contact Calhoun County EMA for information about future meetings.

03/30/2026

: Burn Ban Extended Until Further Notice | 3/30/26

⚠️🔥 Due to continued dry weather conditions, the burn ban has been extended until further notice per the Anniston Fire Department.

At this time, all outdoor burning remains strictly prohibited within the Anniston, Alabama city limits and the Anniston Police jurisdiction of Calhoun County. The Anniston Fire Department will also not issue burn permits until conditions improve.

ℹ️ Conditions will continue to be evaluated throughout the week, and updates will be provided when the situation changes.

We appreciate the public’s cooperation in helping prevent potential fire hazards and keeping our community safe.

03/30/2026

💥NOISE ALERT: Monday, March 30, 2026💥
The Anniston Munitions Center Range at Anniston Army Depot is active today. You may hear sounds that impact our community.

03/27/2026

Calhoun County has been placed under a Red Flag Warning from 7 AM tomorrow 3/28/26 through 7 PM tomorrow night.

The combination of a dry air mass and windy
conditions will result in critical fire weather conditions on Saturday.

Outdoor burning is not recommended and many fire departments across Calhoun County have issued burn bans and/or have suspended burn permit issuances.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

03/27/2026

ALABAMA'S FIRE DANGER - VERY HIGH TODAY!

Regions across the state experiencing different levels of fire danger.
Northwest: Very High
Northeast: High
Southwest: Extreme
Southeast: Very High

Reminder, burn permits are limited to only certified prescribed burn managers today, and will not be issued to anyone tomorrow.

Stay safe this weekend, Alabama.

03/27/2026

📢AFC URGING CAUTION AGAINST WILDFIRES📢

With forecasts calling for elevated wind speeds and a dry front passage across the state, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) strongly discourages any outdoor burning until conditions improve. The agency also points to dropping relative humidity and an increase in wind speed on Saturday as especially concerning.

With the anticipation of critical fire weather conditions, AFC is issuing a Fire Danger Advisory on Friday, March 27. The potential for critical fire weather elevates on Saturday, March 28, increasing the threat issued to a Fire Alert. By Sunday, March 29, the potential for critical fire weather decreases slightly, lowering the threat issued to a Fire Danger Advisory.

The combination of these conditions creates a greater-than-average potential for outdoor fires to escape easily and spread rapidly, taking longer – and more of the agency’s firefighting resources – to contain and ultimately control. Fast-moving wildfires not only destroy property and forests but also threaten the lives of citizens and endanger firefighters.

Prescribed burn permits will be limited to only Certified Prescribed Burn Managers on Friday. Permits for outdoor burning will not be issued to anyone on Saturday. The AFC plans to resume regular permit issuing on Sunday, March 29, provided improved weather conditions. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

In the last seven days, 147 wildfires have burned approximately 5,600 acres of forestland across the state. This includes a large wildfire in Wilcox County (963 acres), one for 464 acres in Montgomery County, one for 505 acres in Marengo, and four others over 200 acres in Choctaw, Covington, Etowah, and Walker counties.

The Alabama Forestry Commission is the state agency committed to protecting Alabama’s invaluable forest assets as well as its citizens. To report a wildfire, call (800) 392-5679. For more information on the current wildfire situation in the state or any other forestry-related issues, contact your local AFC office or visit the agency website.

03/27/2026

Piedmont Fire is issuing a no burn order for the city from Thursday, March 26th until Monday, March 30th. No burn permits will be issued.

Piedmont Fire is issuing a no burn order for the city from Thursday, March 26th until Monday, March 30th. No permits will be issued. Thank you for your cooperation.