Burn season closes today in Atascadero 

– Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services has announced the Fire Hazard Reduction Burn Season will close today, Monday, May 6, for Atascadero residents. The burn day status, whether it is a permissive burn day or not, changes daily and is determined by the California Air Resources Board and North County weather conditions. Burning is never allowed within five days of measurable rain.

Permits are required and can be obtained online by visiting the city’s website at atascadero.org or by using the Public Fire Safety App. To register for a permit, a resident’s name, street address, and text messaging phone number are required. Those who do not have internet access can request a permit at (805) 461-5070 Ext. 8 or visit City Hall at 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

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