Use a fire pit to help contain burning trash.
Burning trash at home is common in plenty of rural areas, but many cities have laws against the practice. Even if it is legal in your area, there might be restrictions at certain times of year, during a drought or when air quality is poor. Learn the fire laws in your area before attempting to burn your trash, and always practice good fire safety. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Check the weather. High winds and low humidity are dangerous conditions for fires. Wait for a calm day with higher humidity for safer burning.
2. Contact your local fire department to let them know you will be burning trash. This can prevent them from making an unnecessary emergency run, and it puts them on alert in the event your fire gets out of hand. The fire department will let you know if you've chosen a bad day for burning.
3. Use a fire barrel or form a fire pit to contain the trash. Clear clutter, weeds and other flammable material from the area around the fire pit.
4. Keep a shovel and a hose or bucket of water nearby in case the fire starts to burn out of control.
5. Watch the fire until it is completely out. Stir the coals, pouring water on them and covering them with dirt if necessary. Don't leave the area until the ashes are cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
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