Bossier burn ban lifted temporarily except in Benton Fire District No. 4

A November 4 parish notice announces temporary burn-ban relief in other fire districts, while Benton Fire District No. 4 keeps its restrictions. Officials continue to urge caution.

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Bossier Parish; Benton Fire District No. 4 exception · Bossier Parish

Published November 4, 2026 · 9:35 pm CST

Bossier Parish

Bossier Parish announced Wednesday, November 4, that its fire districts had temporarily lifted their burn bans except in Benton Fire District No. 4, where restrictions remain in effect.

The parish posted the announcement at 1:39 p.m. after rainfall improved conditions in parts of the parish. The notice says the rain was uneven, leaving some areas drier than others.

Residents within Benton Fire District No. 4 must continue following the burn restrictions despite the change elsewhere, according to the parish. The announcement does not set an expiration date for the temporary relief and says the ban will be reinstated when conditions warrant.

Officials urged extreme caution with outdoor fires. Dry vegetation and shifting weather can allow a small fire to spread. The parish advises residents to stay with a fire and have water or other firefighting resources close by.

Before burning, residents should check their fire district's latest restrictions and current conditions. The November 4 announcement is not a guarantee that burning is safe.

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