Oklahoma burn bans are expanding as drought conditions fuel wildfire risk and prompt emergency response staging statewide.

Oklahoma drought conditions now affect more than 82% of the state, with extreme drought expanding amid a warm, dry winter.

A Grady County burn ban is in effect for at least 14 days due to extreme wildfire conditions and elevated fire risk.

Oklahoma Forestry Services urges property owners to prepare for wildfire risks during dormant season as the state nears the one-year anniversary of devastating fires.