Residential burn permits available from CalFire

Residents in the Amador-El Dorado Unit of CalFire will need burn permits beginning May 1.

They are free and valid for three years from the date of issuance and allows for the burning of dry vegetation (not household trash) that originates on the landowners property. Permits are available at most of the local staffed fire stations.

The use of burn barrels is no longer legal in Amador or El Dorado counties.

For more info, call 530.621.5897.