Jackson County Lifts Burn Ban
May 12, 2026
Jackson County, FL — During its regular meeting on May 12, 2026, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners voted to rescind the countywide burn ban previously enacted on April 28, 2026.
The burn ban was originally implemented following recommendations from the Florida Forest Service and Jackson County Fire Rescue due to dry conditions and elevated wildfire risk throughout the area. Following recent rainfall and improved environmental conditions, officials determined that it was safe to lift the restrictions.
With the burn ban rescinded, outdoor burning activities may resume in accordance with Florida Forest Service regulations. County officials continue to encourage residents to use caution when conducting any outdoor burning and to remain mindful of weather conditions, wind, and fire safety practices.
Jackson County officials appreciate the public’s cooperation and support during the temporary burn ban period, which helped reduce wildfire risk and protect public safety across the community.
Residents can continue monitoring official Jackson County communication channels for future updates regarding weather conditions, wildfire risk, and public safety notices.
Jackson County Fire Rescue is a career department, founded December 1, 1974, located in and serving Jackson County in the rural Panhandle of Florida. We are the sole provider of Advanced Life Support EMS and fire suppression within our county, which covers 955 square miles.
We currently have thirty-six (36) combat employees, all certified Firefighter II, and all certified as EMTs or Paramedics in the State of Florida.
Inter-local mutual aid agreements are maintained with fourteen (14) local municipalities and volunteer fire departments. These volunteer departments work together with County Fire Rescue as a force multiplier in response to emergencies for support, staff, and equipment.
Fire Rescue has six (6) stations located throughout the county. Each station is staffed by three (3) working shifts. Our full-time employees work 48-hour shifts followed by a 96-hour rest period. JCFR also employees auxiliary single and dual certified EMT’s and paramedics to fill vacancies.
911 Communications/Dispatch Center
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office:
4111 Gov. Rick Scott Drive Marianna, Florida 32448
(850) 482-9648 (Non-Emergency)
24 Hour Operations
CONTACT US:
Fire Rescue Administration
2411 Commercial Park Dr. Marianna, FL. 32446
Phone: (850) 718-0000
Fax: (850) 718-0048
Email: [email protected]
Office of Fire Chief, Operations Chief, and County Fire Marshal
General inquiries, Burn Permits, records requests for ambulance and fire reports, and questions about your fire bill.
Questions about your ambulance bill?
For dates of service after June 1, 2019, please contact our billing service:
EMS MC (EMS Management & Consultants)
(800) 814-5339 – Customer Service Number
– Or –
Login to your patient portal: https://emsbilling.com/patient/
*Medical records may only be released to the patient or legal guardian, or an authorized representative with appropriate documentation. Photo identification is required for all records requests.
Burn Permits:
– Piles greater than 8 feet in diameter require a burn authorization from the Florida Forest Service.
– For a burn authorization, please contact our partners,
Florida Forest Service: (850) 373-1801.
For more information on burn authorizations, check out Florida Forest Service website. https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Wildland-Fire/Burn-Authorizations