This weekend is the final opportunity for residents in parts of the Mother Lode to burn yard debris before CAL FIRE TCU suspends outdoor burning on May 25, 2026. - Burning prohibited below 3,500 feet in Tuolumne, Calaveras, eastern Stanislaus, and eastern San Joaquin counties.
- Campfires allowed with a permit; industrial burning may continue with inspection. - Residents above 3,500 feet can still burn for defensible space.
- Officials recommend clearing vegetation and using alternative debris disposal methods. The suspension aims to reduce fire risk as the season progresses.