The city of Chanute changes their burn ordinance in their latest city commission meeting.

 Fire Chief Jeff Mitchell proposed the change last night, which prohibits the issuance of burn permits during the months of July and August.

 Permits will return September 1, allowing burning activities from 8:00 a.m. until one hour before sunset.

 Mitchell says fire pits smaller than one meter in any direction will no longer require a burn permit. However, fire pits must be approved by the Fire Chief or their designee and should be used for decorative purposes or cooking.