WHEREAS, Foster County is experiencing abnormally dry conditions coupled with significant fuel supplies resulting in an extreme fire potential; and
WHEREAS, all available resources committed to the protection of life and property; and
WHEREAS, the existing conditions make fires a continuing threat to the health, safety, and well–being of the citizens of Foster County; and
WHEREAS, the cost of emergency response and inordinate wear on fire-fighting equipment may be far in excess of available county resources; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Foster County Commissioners declares a Fire Emergency for all of Foster County including all of its incorporated cities except for the City of Carrington, North Dakota; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the board of commissioners proclaims that a Burn Restrictions is in effect until further notice, whenever the North Dakota Fire Danger Rating is “Very High” or “Extreme” and/or a Red Flag Warning has been issued for Foster County.
The Daily Fire Danger Rating is available at the following website: https://ndresponse.gov
ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO WILLFULLY VIOLATES THIS BURN RESTRICTION IS GUILTY OF A CLASS B MISDEMEANER (NDCC 37-17.1-10.1) PUNISHABLE BY A FINE OF UP TO $1,500.00 FINE AND 30 DAYS IN JAIL. THE FOSTER COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT IS AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE CITATIONS TO VIOLATERS.
A burn restriction/fire restriction will be rescinded when fire danger conditions have improved and/or previously diminished fire response capabilities have been restored and has been voted on by the Foster County Commission. Approved during the 5-7-2024 BOCC Meeting.
October 9th, 2024 - DRAFT Minutes - Water Board
September 11, 2024 - Draft Minutes (PDF) - Water Board