New Milford Fire Marshal's Office

08/14/2026

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08/14/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 08/14/2026.
We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.
1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

08/13/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 08/13/2026.
We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.
1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

08/12/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 08/12/2026.

We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.
1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

08/05/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 08/05/2026.

Next update will be on 8/12/2026 unless conditions change.

We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.
1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

07/29/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 07/29/2026. We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.

1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

Good Morning, The Fire Danger Level is at LOW in New Milford for 07/22/2026. We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.

1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

From CT DEEP: "Scattered rainfall can be expected ahead of a cold front, particularly across eastern portions of the area on Wednesday and possibly into early Wednesday evening. Minimum RH levels for Wednesday will generally run 50 to 65 percent, and will range closer to 35 to 50 percent on Thursday. Gusts up to 15 to
20 kt are expected Wednesday, with lighter winds Wednesday night into Thursday as high pressure begins to settle in. Moderate drying conditions are forecast for the rest of the week and through the
weekend. Another round of precipitation forecast for early next week. Winds are forecast to be generally light after today through the duration of the extended forecast. Next update will be Wednesday July 29th unless conditions change."

07/21/2026

Good Morning. The Fire Danger Level is at MODERATE in New Milford for 07/21/2026. We caution that you still take extra care while burning outside today. Please make sure you follow the steps listed below. Thank you.

1: Always have a reliable water source nearby and a valid permit!
2: Never leave an open burn or campfire unattended.
3: Make sure all fires are completely extinguished when done burning.
4: Do not hesitate to call 911 if a fire should get out of control.
If you need to apply for an open burn permit for the Town of New Milford, click on the following link:
https://newmilfordct.viewpointcloud.com/

07/16/2026