Polk County and the City of Bolivar issue burn bans

Due to extreme drought causing dry ground conditions and foliage dying out for the winter, the Bolivar City Fire Department and the Polk County Commission have issued burn bans effective immediately.

Under the bans, open burning is completely restricted within Bolivar city limits and Polk County.

Fires are allowed only in grills and designated fire pits.

Questions about fires in Polk County can be directed to Polk County Office of Emergency Management at 417-326-6610.

Questions about fires inside of Bolivar city limits can be directed to the Bolivar City Fire Department at 417-328-5853.

Notice will be given when the burn bans are lifted.