The Louisiana State Fire Marshall has rescinded the ban on outdoor burning.  However, because of the continued dry conditions, we advise extreme caution .  Conditions will continue to be monitored and our local ban will be established if necessary.

Covering 600 square miles, Ouachita Parish Fire Department is the first emergency contact for 84,000 citizens. Ouachita Parish Fire Department protects lives, property and the environment through fire suppression, rescue, medical care, fire prevention, disaster preparedness, hazardous material mitigation and community education. We answer close to 7,000 emergency calls per year.