Rain helps burn ban expire after 88 days

Outdoor burning is allowed again in Bastrop County after officials lifted a monthslong burn ban following recent rainfall and improved fire conditions.

Bastrop County Commissioners voted April 13 to allow the ban, initially set three months ago, to lapse at midnight Monday. Officials said the move received unanimous support from local fire chiefs.

Office of Emergency Management Coordinator James Altgelt told commissioners recent weather has helped lower risk across the county.