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Raynham Fire Department Launches New Online Open Burning Permit System

RAYNHAM — Chief Bryan LaCivita and the Raynham Fire Department are pleased to announce that the state Open Burning Season will run from Jan. 15 through May 1, and the Town will be utilizing a new online permitting system this year.

January 12, 2021 Taylor O'Neil Client News, Fire News

January 12, 2021 by Taylor O'Neil

For immediate release

RAYNHAM — Chief Bryan LaCivita and the Raynham Fire Department are pleased to announce that the state Open Burning Season will run from Jan. 15 through May 1, and the Town will be utilizing a new online permitting system this year.

“Anyone planning on participating in the state Open Burning Season will be required to obtain a permit online first,” Chief LaCivita said. “Our new online permitting system will allow residents to obtain their burn permit in a convenient and safe manner, especially amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.”

Burning permits from previous seasons do not carry over from year to year. All residents need to re-apply for a seasonal permit online by visiting this website. 

Residents applying for a permit will be asked to log in with their viewpoint ID credentials. If they do not already have an account, one can be created on the secure portal.

Residents must obtain permission from the Raynham Fire Department on the day they wish to burn by calling 508-824-2754 and listening to the prerecorded message. The requirement to check in each day before burning is based on changing atmospheric and weather conditions such as wind or air dryness.

Violations of the permit requirements, open burning law and/or open burning regulations will be grounds for permit revocation. According to Massachusetts law, anyone found burning without a permit may be subject to criminal charges, the punishment for which is a fine of up to $500 plus the cost of suppression or imprisonment for up to one month, or both.

Open burning must be done:

  • Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. from Jan. 15 to May 1
  • At least 75 feet from all buildings
  • As close as possible to the source of material being burned

Residents are allowed to burn:

  • Brush, cane, driftwood and forestry debris (but not from commercial or industrial land clearing)
  • Agricultural materials including fruit tree and bush prunings, raspberry stalks and infected bee hives for disease control.
  • Trees and brush from agricultural land clearing
  • Fungus-infected elm wood, if no other acceptable means of disposal is available

Residents may not burn:

  • Leaves
  • Brush, trees, cane or driftwood from commercial or industrial land clearing
  • Grass, hay, leaves, stumps or tires
  • Construction materials or demolition debris
  • Household trash

What times are best for open burning?

  • You can help prevent wildland fires by burning early in the season. Wet and snowy winter conditions help hinder the rapid spread of fire on or under the ground.
  • Changing weather conditions and increased fire danger in the spring can lead to many days when open burning is not allowed.
  • April is usually the worst month for brush fires. When snow recedes, but before new growth emerges, last year’s dead grass, leaves and wood are dangerous tinder. Winds also tend to be strong and unpredictable in April.

How to safely ignite a fire:

  • An adult should always be present during open burning and children and pets should be kept at a safe distance.
  • Use paper and kindling to start a fire and add progressively larger pieces of wood. Parts of a leftover Christmas tree may also be used.
  • Never use gasoline, kerosene or any other flammable liquid to start a fire. The risk of personal injury in these cases is very high.
  • Burn one small pile at a time and slowly add to it. This will help keep the fire from getting out of control.
  • Select a location away from utility lines.
  • Keep a hose or water supply nearby, as well as shovels or rakes to control the fire.
  • Do not leave hot coals smoldering or unattended.

For more information on open burning in Massachusetts, visit Mass.gov.

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