The state fire marshal, after consultation with the Governor and the affected board of county commissioners, may prohibit or restrict open burning within a county in order to protect the public health and safety. This section does not limit or affect the laws of this state relating to the authority of counties or other local entities to prohibit or restrict open burning.

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Source: SL 2001, ch 187, § 1.