WHITESIDE CO., Ill. (KWQC) - Due to extremely dry conditions, the sheriff’s office is asking residents not to do any outdoor burning in Whiteside County.

Residents are urged to avoid burning leaves, brush or other debris until conditions improve, the sheriff’s office said.

Anyone who must burn for agricultural or emergency purposes should contact their local fire department before doing so, deputies said.

The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office said it has been in contact with local fire departments that are seeing an increase in brush and field fire calls.

Cooperation is key to preventing property damage, injuries and unnecessary strain on emergency resources, the sheriff’s office said.

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