(WAND) - Areas across central Illinois are still experiencing very dry conditions.

The conditions put much of the region at risk of wildfires, which is why many burn bans have been issued in communities and counties throughout the area.

WAND News will keep you up to date on burn bans as they come in and whether they have been lifted.

Christian County

Christian County lifts temporary open burning ban

Coles County

Coles County under burn ban

Macon County

Macon County burn ban reinstated due to extreme fire risk

Athens

The City of Athens issued a burn until further notice.

Athens said in a press release that all open burning, including bonfires, fire pits, brush piles and burn barrels, is prohibited.

The City added that charcoal and gas grills can be used only if attended at all t

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