03/10/2025
**Scott County EMA's Alert Iowa Notification System**
**Countywide Burn Ban in Effect for Scott County, Iowa**
The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshal’s Office, has determined that open burning constitutes a danger to life & property in Scott County, Iowa. Therefore, pursuant to Iowa Code 100.40(1), a Burn Ban is in effect as of 10/03/2025 at 03:30 pm for all of Scott County, Iowa.
Current conditions and concerns include dry weather conditions, projected rain amounts in the immediate future, dried vegetation, and wind conditions.
The burn ban will be in effect until further notice. When the conditions improve, allowing for a lift of the burn ban, further notification will be sent. Notifications will be distributed by press release, social media and through Scott County’s Alert Iowa “Countywide | Burn Ban” opt-in messaging list.
You can find additional information and details by clicking on the links below:
State of Iowa Fire Marshal Burn Ban Information & FAQ
https://dps.iowa.gov/divisions-iowa-department-public-safety/iowa-state-fire-marshal-division/state-fire-marshal-division-general-information -ban-information
State of Iowa Fire Marshal Burn Ban Map
https://iowa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/c22956334fd8435080ed851f549c5263
National Weather Service Drought Monitor Graphics
https://www.weather.gov/dvn/drought
Iowa Code 100.40 for Burn Ban
https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/ico/chapter/2013/100.40.pdf
Scott County Emergency Agency
https://www.scottcountyiowa.gov/ema