Va. Spring Fire Season Starts Feb. 15 - WBOC-TV 16, Delmarvas News Leader, FOX 21 -

RICHMOND, Va. (AP)- Virginia's spring fire season starts next week.

The fire season begins Feb. 15 and runs through April 30.

During fire season, it's illegal to burn trash or debris outdoors before 4 p.m. Violators of the ban could be fined up to $500. If an illegal fire escapes, a violator is financially liable for the cost of fighting the blaze and any property damage it causes.

Online:

Department of Forestry: www.dof.virginia.gov/info/faqs-burning.htm