New York Burn Ban Starts

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation officials say it's expected to be another dry spring and outdoor burning of brush will again be banned state-wide for a couple months.The high-risk wildfire season begins March 16th and continues at least until May 14th.

During the period, there are stiffer penalties along with added restrictions.

The state's burn-ban was revised in 2009 with even stiffer regulations to not only prevent wildfires but help reduce air polution.