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Update: Statewide Burn Ban
As authorized in the current burn ban issued by the La. State Fire Marshal, Parish President Gordon Dove will continue the burn ban in Terrebonne Parish until further notice. As per the National Weather Service, Terrebonne Parish is in an Exceptional Drought, which is the highest drought classification issued by the National Weather Service.
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Evergreen Jr. High Start Time to Temporarily Change Due to Marsh Fire
From the Terrebonne Parish School District:
Due to the smoke from the Marsh Fire which is affecting Evergreen's take-in, starting 9/22/23, Evergreen's take-in time will be 9:00. Authorities are not expecting conditions to improve until the end of next week.
Reminders About Fireworks & BBQ this Labor Day Weekend
Parish President Dove would like to remind all Terrebonne Parish citizens that fireworks are prohibited per Chapter 8, Art. I, Sections 8.2 and 8.3 in the Parish Code. The State of Louisiana is currently in a state-wide burn ban due to an increase in fire danger across Louisiana.
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Marsh Fire in the Hwy 90 and Savanne Road Area
Crews worked throughout the night to contain the marsh fire in the Hwy 90 and Savanne Rd area. At approximately 0030 hrs this morning, the fire was deemed contained and crews switched from suppression efforts to monitoring conditions.
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LA DOTD Reminds Motorists How to Avoid Roadside Fires
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is reminding motorists that the statewide burn ban remains in effect as extreme high temperatures and dry conditions continue. No outdoor burning of any kind is allowed during a burn ban, and drivers should refrain from any actions that could potentially start a roadside fire.
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