ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – St. Johns County has extended its countywide burn ban for an additional seven days as extreme drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk continue across the region, the county said in a news release on Monday.
The extension, signed by Board of County Commissioners Chair Clay Murphy, continues under Emergency Proclamation No. 2026-4. The State of Local Emergency was originally declared April 20 under Emergency Proclamation No. 2026-1, with subsequent extensions issued April 27 and May 4.
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County officials cited ongoing drought conditions, recent wildfire activity in neighboring counties and a lack of significant rainfall as reasons for continuing restrictions. Prolonged dry conditions have created an environment where fires can ignite easily and spread rapidly.
Under the extended ban, all outdoor burning remains prohibited — including yard debris burning, campfires, bonfires, outdoor fire pits and unattended open flames.
Residents are urged to avoid activities that could spark a wildfire, such as improper disposal of cigarettes, use of fireworks or parking vehicles on dry grass.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue and Emergency Management officials will continue to monitor conditions daily and coordinate with state and regional partners. The county will reassess conditions before the extended order expires.