Report controlled burns to Columbia County 911 at 518.828.4114

Is it windy? If so, consider burning another day

Clear an area 10 to 15 feet around the burn site

Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids to start the fire

Keep the fire small enough so you can control it

Do not leave the fire unattended

Maintain a means of communication at the site (cell phone, etc)

Have a plan to extinguish the fire (garden hose, buckets of water, Flat shovel or broom)

When done, make sure the fire is completely out