New York State: NO LEAF BLOWERS This Week?

There are fears of a continued drought that is looming across portions of New York State. The typical fall weather has been anything but typical and there are areas that are in dire need of precipitation.

The forecast for this Election week is calling for more warm temps and not much rain. However, this is November and anything can change.

But seeing that Autumn is here, and the leaves are dropping, there is a new fear that has popped up and New York State is offering advice.

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While most of us are trying to keep up with leaves with mowers, mulchers and blowers, there are some residents who may want to use anything but these items to moves leaves.

According to at least one report, "Fire hazards. Hot engines, engine sparks, and flammable vapors don’t mix".

But beyond the threat of fires related to sparks on leaves, New York State is VERY CLEAR about the law pertaining to burning leaves.

On the New York State DEC website, it is noted that "It is illegal to burn leaves anywhere in New York State".

The leaves are way past peak and crews around the state are doing their best to get them picked up before the snows finally arrive. Here in the Western New York area, we can expect cooler air and some rain but certainly not the weather we would normally see at this time of the year. Be smart and be safe in dry conditions.