The Sabine Parish Police Jury along with the Sabine Parish Homeland Security Office of Emergency Preparedness (SPHSOEP) has declared a State of Emergency by issuing a burn ban, effective Oct. 22, in Sabine Parish.

The severe drought conditions by lack of rain recently has caused a severe fire danger in our area.

No outdoor burning of any kind is allowed. A permit to burn may be issued in extenuating circumstances by one of the three Sabine Parish Fire Districts.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local police jury member or district fire chief.