Burn Only What Grows in NC | Wilmington News

North Carolina’s open burning rules are tightening up—only yard waste that grows from the ground is allowed, no plastics or trash. Burns must happen between 8 AM and 6 PM on good air quality days (Code Green/Yellow), right where you live, and only if your town doesn’t offer pickup. Campfires and cookouts? Still okay unless banned locally—but always stay vigilant. Violations can cost up to $25,000 per day, so report suspicious fires to your regional DEQ office. Simple rule: burn only what grows. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ae6c02c59c4a7d4