Essex County was one of 12 Massachusetts counties under a red flag warning Wednesday as an elevated risk for fires continued in the state.
“No outdoor burning is permitted!” Andover Fire Rescue warned in a Facebook post. “Please use extreme caution when doing any outdoor activities that pose a fire risk, such as cigarette smoking, hot work, or any use of chainsaws or other equipment.”
The no burning dictate includes outdoor fire pits and chimneys…