NEBCO Fire-EMS

01/12/2026

Come help us celebrate 20 years of the Annual NEBCO Chili Cook-Off, Saturday, February 28, 2026! We are currently accepting teams and sponsors for the competition. Please contact us at 479-359-3134 or email us at office@nebcofireems.org for more information. Chili Cook-Off is always a great time, and we appreciate your support!

01/12/2026

The Burn Ban has been continued.

The Benton County Fire Marshal has EXTENDED the 24-Hour Countywide Burn Ban until further notice.

No outdoor, open burning is permitted.

For more information: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/

01/11/2026

A 24hr Burn Ban has been issued until 8:30 am tomorrow. NO OUTDOOR, OPEN BURNING IS PERMITTED!

The Benton County Fire Marshal has issued a 24-Hour Countywide Burn Ban through 1/12/26 at 8:30AM.

No outdoor, open burning is permitted.

For more information: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/

01/08/2026

The Court-Ordered Burn Ban has ended by order of Benton County Judge Barry Moehring.

Open, controlled burns are allowed in parts of Benton County after submitting an application for a permit.

Residents within city limits must comply with local laws and ordinances. Please review your local city laws before conducting an open, controlled burn.

Notify the County before burning by completing a controlled burn permit online or by calling 479-273-5530. Only the burning of yard waste and agricultural clearing operations are permitted. https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/

You must stay with the fire until it is out. If you encounter any problems during the burn, please call 911.

You cannot burn household trash, tires, chemicals, construction demolition, or salvage waste wood or lumber (treated or untreated).

The open burning of anything not specifically exempted is considered a violation of state law.

01/05/2026

Just a reminder that the county wide court ordered burn ban remains in place. NO OUTDOOR BURNING! Please contact the county at 479-273-5530 for burn ban status. If you see smoke and flames, please call 911 immediately.

The Benton County Judge has signed a court-ordered burn ban for Benton County.

All open, outdoor burns are prohibited for a period of up to 60 days starting on 12/31/2025 or until lifted by the County Judge. Fireworks are included under this burn ban.

To check the status of the burn ban, please visit: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/

12/31/2025

Benton County is under a court ordered burn ban. This ban open outdoor burning, including fireworks for 60 days or until the ban is lifted. If you see a fire please call 911 immediately.

The Benton County Judge has signed a court-ordered burn ban for Benton County.

All open, outdoor burns are prohibited for a period of up to 60 days starting on 12/31/2025 or until lifted by the County Judge. Fireworks are included under this burn ban.

To check the status of the burn ban, please visit: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/

12/31/2025

The burn ban has been continued. The burn ban also means no fireworks. If you are experiencing a fire or medical emergency please call 911 to report.

NEW YEAR'S EVE BURN BAN

The Benton County Fire Marshal has extended the 24-Hour Countywide Burn Ban through 8am on 1/1/26.

No outdoor open burning, including fireworks, is allowed.

For more information: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/

12/30/2025

Benton County remains under a burn ban.

EXTENDED BURN BAN FOR BENTON COUNTY 12-30-25

The Benton County Fire Marshal has extended the 24-Hour Countywide Burn Ban through 8am on 12/31/25.

No outdoor, open burning is permitted.
For more information: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-information/?fbclid=IwVERDUAPBAudleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEei_EMy6WdxtFftIwbWdLcgY56urSlMJWtgRcvUM46CJTIMVWNRyzRauxNK6Q_aem_Wd6-INOoHU65LoisfhbxZA

12/29/2025

THE BURN BAN HAS BEEN EXTENDED!!

EXTENDED BURN BAN FOR BENTON COUNTY

The Benton County Fire Marshal has extended the 24-Hour Countywide Burn Ban through 8am on 12/30/25.

No outdoor, open burning is permitted.

For more information: https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-status/

12/28/2025

Benton County is currently under a 24 hour burn ban. NO OUTDOOR BURNING is permitted!

12/25/2025

On behalf of NEBCO Fire-EMS, we extend our warmest wishes to you for a joyous and safe Christmas.