OOLITIC—The Town of Oolitic has officially declared a total ban on all outdoor open burning, effective immediately, due to persistent drought conditions and a lack of forecasted rainfall. The decision was jointly made by the Oolitic Fire Chief and the Oolitic Town Council to mitigate the high risk of fire hazards caused by the current dry weather. No Campfires or Recreational Fires: All campfires and recreational fires are prohibited. To report any violations, please get in touch with the Oolitic Town Hall at 812-275-6813. Questions or issues related to this order should be directed to the Oolitic Fire Chief or the Oolitic Town Council.