Tarrant County has taken steps to mitigate the risk of wildfires due to severe drought conditions. A ban on outdoor burning has been implemented, effective for 90 days. This decision was made by Tarrant County officials on Thursday.

The ban is a response to the escalating risk of dangerous wildfires in the region. Further details on the outdoor burn ban can be found through local news sources, including FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.