Volusia County Burn Ban Remains in Effect Despite Recent Rainfall

Posted On: February 28, 2026

Despite recent rainfall, drought conditions and wildfire risk remain elevated across Volusia County, and the existing outdoor burn ban remains in effect.

While the rain provided some short-term relief, fire officials say conditions remain unfavorable due to ongoing drought indicators and dry vegetation. As a result, the County’s burn ban continues to apply to the unincorporated areas, as well as Oak Hill, Lake Helen, and Pierson. Most municipalities within Volusia County have also enacted burn bans within their respective jurisdictions.

Under the County’s burn ban, all outdoor burning is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Florida Forest Service. Prohibited activities include burning yard debris, household paper products, bonfires, campfires, warming fires, and cooking fires. Outdoor cooking using a contained gas or charcoal grill, excluding fire pits, is permitted.

Fire officials continue to urge residents to use caution with outdoor activities that could spark a fire, noting that even brief rainfall does not immediately eliminate wildfire danger. The burn ban will remain in effect until drought conditions improve and wildfire risk decreases. Volusia County will announce when conditions allow the ban to be lifted.