What this means
No countywide burn ban is on the books for Austin County as of our last check (checked 2 hours ago). That's the county level: cities and fire districts can have their own rules, and a windy afternoon can change the county's answer overnight.
Rules change fast in dry weather — confirm with the Austin County fire marshal or burn line before you light. The statewide list lives with Texas A&M Forest Service.
Recent history
- No countywide burn ban August 14, 2026 – today
This week's drought picture for Texas is usually the best clue to where things are headed.