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Burn Permits Required in Tennessee Starting October 15

Tennesseans are reminded to remember burn safety measures as the state heads into its fire season.

Starting October 15, debris burn permits for leaf and brush piles are required. Permits are free via the MyTN mobile app or online at www.BurnSafeTN.org.

Online permits may be obtained daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. in Eastern and Central time zones (based on your location) for any leaf and/or brush burn pile, prescribed fires, and broadcast burning, such as for forestry, agricultural, or land clearing applications.

Those with limited internet access may call the Division of Forestry burn permit phone number at 877-350-BURN (2876) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Central.

TDF advises staying with the fire, establishing a safe perimeter, and keeping tools on hand to control the burn.

If you live within a city, check with your municipality for additional restrictions before you burn. The online permitting system is a streamlined and efficient process for residents to obtain burn permits.