Statement on Burning in Jackson County, FL
Updated 4/10/26
As of this time, Jackson County is NOT under a burn ban. Residents should still avoid all outdoor burning as dry conditions can increase fire risk.
View current county-enacted burn restrictions across Florida:
https://ffsfm.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/1f6572c92f8d41ec860f461ea433819b
While some surrounding areas have enacted burn bans, those decisions are based on local conditions and guidance from fire officials.
A burn ban primarily restricts intentional burning, but many fires are caused by things like equipment, vehicles, or accidents, so it does not eliminate all risk. In some cases, bans can also lead to an increase in smoke-related calls, which can strain first responder resources. They can also be difficult to enforce across a large area and may not reflect varying conditions across the county.
Burn bans are just one tool among many. Our public safety teams are actively monitoring conditions and using a range of tools and data to guide decisions, and we will continue working closely with our partners to determine if and when a burn ban becomes necessary.
For Questions or Information on Outdoor Burning Please call Florida Forest Service Office in Bonifay @ 850-373-1801.
Safety Reminder
Even without a burn ban in place, residents are strongly encouraged to:
- Avoid debris burning and outdoor fires
- Use caution with equipment that may create sparks
- Keep vehicles off dry grass
- Stay aware of changing weather conditions
- Keep a water source nearby
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