Burn season opens today (Fri) in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties. Residential burning of dry yard trimmings is permitted, with some restrictions until April 30th 2018. The burning of garbage and treated wood is strictly prohibited at all times. Backyard burn permits issued by the Air District are required for all residential backyard burning. Free burn permits can be obtained online at: monterey bay clean air.org at (831) 647-9411.
