Permits are required for open burning. Get your permit here!
Burning is only allowed between Jan. 15 – May 1
from 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Daily Activation is only allowed between the hours of
9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Your Fire Chief
Truro Fire Department was established in 1930 by Colonel Richard McGee with one engine housed at his farm (Cobb Farm).
Safe Burning Tips
Learn more about outdoor burning safety, from fire pits to brush
and forestry debris.
FAQs and Laws
Find answers to your questions about this website, as well information about laws related to open burning.
ready to burn?
If you’re burning in the town of Truro you will need to activate your permit everyday you burn.
Activate your burn permit by logging into your account.
Burning is only allowed between 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
