Due to extreme drought conditions, Nueces County and most of the Coastal Bend is under a burn ban through January 13, 2025. Beach Bonfires are included in this burn ban.
There also is a December firework ban for certain fireworks from December 20, 2024, through midnight January 1, 2025, for all areas of Nueces County. A person may not sell, detonate, ignite, or in any way, use fireworks classified as "Skyrockets (bottle rockets) with Sticks" or fireworks classified as "Missiles with Fins" for the period December 20, 2024, through midnight January 1, 2025.
Violations are classified as Class C misdemeanors and are punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.
To see all burn ban areas, click here: WILDFIRES AND DISASTERS | TFS