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 Fire Index/Burn Ban Information

The Morton County Commission, and the governing boards of the cities, may declare a ban on open burning when emergency conditions exist.  The ban is publicized in the local media, and a copy of the proclamation is kept on file in the county or city auditor's office.  When a ban on open burning is in effect, any person who willfully violates the ban may be subject to a class B misdemeanor charge (NDCC section 37-17.1-10.1).  The ban may include the use of fireworks.

For the latest news on Morton County burn bans, call 701-667-3405.

The ND Game & Fish Department may post signs banning open burning (campfires) in Wildlife Management Areas when emergency conditions exist.  Any person who violates a posted regulation in a Wildlife Management Area may be subject to a citation. 

Open burning is automatically prohibited when the fire danger index is in the "extreme" category as issued by the National Weather Service (NDAC section 33-15-04-02).

 Firework Sales & Use

 

 

The sales and use of fireworks are governed by NDCC Chapter 23-15.  Sales of fireworks are authorized by licensed sellers from June 27 to July 5, and December 26 to January 1. 

 

The use of fireworks in the cities of Mandan, Flasher, New Salem, Glen Ullin, and Hebron is governed by that city's ordinance. 

 

Unless otherwise posted, fireworks may be shot from midnight (12:00 AM) June 27th through midnight (12:00 AM), July 6th in the county.

 

Fireworks are not allowed in Morton County Parks or ND Game and Fish Wildlife Management Areas.

 

Persons who unreasonably disturb the peace with the use of fireworks could be subject to a charge of Disorderly Conduct (NDCC Section 12.1-31-01).

 

At times when the Morton County Commission or governing city boards have publicly declared a ban on open burning, the use of fireworks may also be included in the ban. 

 

Click here to see the Daily Fire Danger Index and our Signed Fire Emergency and Burn-Ban Declaration

 

List of Local Fireworks Ordinance

 

  • Glen Ullin Firework Ordinance - Click Here
  • Hebron Firework Ordinance - Click Here
  • New Salem Firework Ordinance - Click Here
  • Mandan Firework Ordinance - Click Here

 

**Flasher & Almont also have city fireworks ordinances. Contact their city offices directly for details.

 

A violation of this Section shall be punishable by a fine of up to $500.00, thirty (30) days imprisonment, or both.