However, the ban could be reinstated if the extreme drought conditions were to return. “Factors we look at are the burnability, or how easy it is to ignite those fuels that are on the ground,” said ...

Tools like the U.S. Drought Monitor and the Keech Byram Drought Index helped in determining when the ban was no longer necessary. "Factors we look at are the burnability, or how easy it is to ignite ...

“Factors we look at are the burnability, or how easy it is to ignite those fuels that are on the ground,” said State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon. “When those fuels are drier, they will obviously ignite ...