ATTLEBORO, Mass. (WLNE) — In the wake of a dry October, and water concerns, all outdoor burning in Attleboro is now banned until further notice. Fire pits, chimneys, and outdoor fireplaces are off limits. There have been burn bans throughout cities and towns in the state of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, as brush fires in Middleborough and Salem continue to burn. As the elevated fire concerns continue, Governor Maura Healey joined fire officials in asking people to follow the ban, and said in a statement: “As we confront an unprecedented fall fire season, I’m asking all our residents to protect themselves, their neighbors, and their communities by refraining from any outdoor activities that involve open flames, sparks and embers, or other heat sources. I especially want to thank the firefighters who have been battling these fires, very often for days at a time and across the state from their homes and families. We have seen truly remarkable efforts from our fire service. Let’s support them by using caution and common sense out there.”  Categories: News