State of Emergency in Essex County

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 6:07 AM

A State of Emergency is in place in Essex County that includes a burn ban due to dry conditions in area.

A local state of emergency has been issued for Essex County due to dry conditions according to an order signed by Shaun Gilliland, Chairman of the County Board of Supervisors.  The order indicates that numerous brush fires have occurred because of the dry conditions.  The Local State of Emergency, that includes a burn ban, will continue until September 11th unless rescinded or extended.

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