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Permit Required for Open Burning Reminder to Amherst residents that without snow cover of 100 feet in all directions burning permits are required for camp fires and burning of brush. Despite the mud and high water levels in the rivers from melting snow spring can produce high levels of wildland fire danger.
Permit Required for Open Burning

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From the Chief’s Desk

Welcome to the online home of Amherst Fire department, serving the community since 1960. The A.F.D. is rich in pride, spirit, and tradition, serving the citizen in a cost-effective and efficient manner by continuing to employ the traditional volunteer fire service model. The core of the department consists of volunteers that proudly answer the call to duty in times of emergency. I hope you find what you need on our site, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Mark Boynton, Fire Chief