Burn Ban in Effect

Matagorda County has issued an immediate burn ban as of Tuesday, due to high drought conditions, with KBDI levels over 500. The ban prohibits all outdoor burning to prevent potential wildfires. Local authorities will continue to monitor conditions, and the ban will remain in place until further notice. Residents are urged to follow the rules for safety, according to the Matagorda County Emercency Management Coordinator Amanda Campos