Johnson County was added Thursday to the state burn-ban list because of dry and hot conditions.

According to a release from the State Fire Marshal Division, the ban was effective at noon Thursday until conditions improve and the fire marshal lifts the ban.

After investigating, the fire marshal said conditions are such that open burning could cause a risk of danger to life or property.

No person shall engage in open burning except when permitted by Iowa Code 100.40(3).

— by Jordyn Reiland