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Despite rain, burn ban still in effect

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Despite the recent rain, burn bans are still in place for Palm Beach, Okeechobee, Indian River and St. Lucie counties. 

The Florida Forest Service says all equipment is ready to fight a fire. Firefighter are also on call in case of lighting strike sparks a fire. 

The ban means absolutely no bonfires, fireworks or burning debris. 

If you spot a fire, you are asked to call 911.