Extreme heat and dry conditions at Wilson Lake have prompted officials to impose a fire ban. In an effort to protect the safety of persons and property, Russell County Commission's emergency ordinance has placed a resolution prohibiting the discharge of fireworks in the county. Officials have further issued a burn ban impacting the entirety of Wilson Lake for the following.
*The lake association fireworks show for July 7th has been cancelled.
*Campfires are banned.
*Barbeque grilling will be limited to only allowing the use of fully covered and contained bbq grills.
Posted restrictions have been installed throughout the parks. Our current fire danger is very high and the forecast shows no relief. Employee and visitor safety remains our #1 priority. These ordinances will remain until considerable moisture returns and emergency management lifts the bans.
Release no. 12-006