Lee County Dispatch Urges Residents to Report Controlled Burns

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Lee County Consolidated Dispatch (LeeComm) is reminding residents in the area to report any controlled burns before lighting them. Officials ask residents to call 319-372-1310 prior to starting a burn, which helps prevent unnecessary emergency responses if smoke or flames are reported by others. LeeComm also advises residents to be aware of weather conditions and check for any active burn bans before igniting a controlled burn.

Why it matters

Controlled burns can be an important land management tool, but they also carry risks if not properly reported and monitored. This advisory from LeeComm aims to improve public safety and efficient use of emergency response resources in Lee County.

The details

LeeComm is asking residents to call 319-372-1310 before starting any controlled burns. Reporting planned fires in advance helps prevent 911 calls from concerned residents who may spot smoke or flames, leading to unnecessary emergency responses. LeeComm also urges residents to be mindful of weather conditions like wind speed and direction, as well as any active burn bans, before igniting a controlled burn.

• The advisory from LeeComm was issued on February 13, 2026.

What’s next

Residents are encouraged to call LeeComm at 319-372-1310 before starting any controlled burns to help prevent unnecessary emergency responses.