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Galveston County under burn ban as drought continues in area

Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · As published by CW39 Houston · August 20, 2026 · 1 min read

A burn ban is in effect due to ongoing drought conditions. This ban applies to Galveston County.

Further information about the burn ban and drought is available from CW39 Houston.

Details about the ban and its implications are not specified, but the source provides more information on the current situation and the affected area.

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Category: Local · Published: August 20, 2026 · Source: CW39 Houston · Reading time: 1 min

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Source published	Aug 20, 2026
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Galveston County under burn ban as drought continues in area

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