Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell has issued an Order Declaring a Local State of Disaster for Williamson County effective 5 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022. The Order prohibits outdoor burning in all of the unincorporated areas of Williamson County and smoking in and/or on Williamson County parks, preserves and trails due to dry vegetation, wind and imminent threat of severe damage. The order is in effect for a period not to exceed seven days and can be lifted by the County Judge if conditions improve. The Burn Ban expired at 5 p.m. on Friday, January 21. For additional restrictions, requirements and details relating to the Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning, the Order may be viewed here.