Regulations for Recreational Fires and Fire Pits

There is nothing like a having a gathering of friends and family around a bonfire during warmer weather. The Ferguson Township Police Department would like to remind our residents of the laws that govern recreational fires:

• Fire must be at least 25 feet from structures and other combustible materials
• Fuel area may not exceed 3 feet in diameter may not exceed 2 feet in height
• Only solid fuels are allowed (no rubbish)
• Dry grass, leaves and other combustibles must be cleared for a minimum of 10 feet around the fire area
• Any condition which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure must be eliminated
• Fire must be constantly attended by a competent adult
• A portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating, or alternative means of extinguishment such as a garden hose, must be in place for immediate use
• Fires emitting smoke determined to be harmful to surrounding property owners, or when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances macke such fires hazardous, will immediately extinguished.

Ferguson Township is committed to keeping our residents and their homes safe. For more information, please contact the Ferguson Township Police Department at (814) 237-1172 or police@twp.ferguson.pa.us.