Per a statement issued by Jackson Parish Fire Chief Association President Philip Brown, that the Burn Ban that has been in effect for Jackson Parish has been lifted. 

On January 22, 2026 Brown released the following.

PRESS RELEASE

Burn Ban Release #1 has hereby been lifted as of 01-22-2026 at 8:00 am for the Parish of Jackson.

The Jackson Parish Fire Chief’s Association has the right to resend and/or implement the Parish Burn Ban at anytime.

The public’s cooperation during this period has been greatly appreciated. 

Philip D. Brown
Fire Chief
Quitman Fire District #1
President