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The Ulster County town of Shawangunk issued the order and the band on Sunday, Aug. 28 after the fire was sparked by a lightning strike in the Minnewaska State Park in Ellenville.
The area's drought conditions and the fire led to the burn ban which runs through Wednesday, Sept. 28, according to town officials.
The ban prevents any outside fire, including but not limited to fire pits, chimneys, brush burnings, campfires, trash burning, and any other type of burn, officials said.
Residents are allowed to cook on a contained gas or charcoal-style grill.
Those with questions should contact Town Hall at 845-895-4678.
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