The Daily Plunge

If you live in the Spanish countryside (campo), you can burn your garden, landscaping, and agricultural waste only if you possess a valid burn permit (permiso or comunicación de quema) and it is the designated burn season. Burning is heavily regulated or banned during high-risk wildfire seasons - typically from June 1 to October 15, though exact dates vary by region. Strict rules must be followed and those not complying may be subject to heft fines. The Alicante Province fa

Before you light a match, make sure you know the local rules! Lighting a burn pile without the proper permits can result in hefty fines and legal penalties. Know the rules! Be safe and burn responsibly.