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(WAND) - Despite parts of Central Illinois receiving rain over the weekend, other areas are still experiencing very dry conditions on the first official day of fall. 

The conditions put much of the region at risk of wildfires, which is why many burn bans have been issued in communities and counties throughout the area. 

WAND News will keep you up to date on burn bans as they come in and whether they have been lifted.

Coles County

The burn ban in Coles County will remain in effect until further notice.

The Coles County Emergency Management Agency posted an update on Facebook on Sept. 22 stating that the ban will remain in place due to "minuscule rain totals."

WAND News will keep you updated with any further changes. 

Christian County

Christian County lifts temporary open burning ban

Macon County

Macon County issues burn ban effective immediately

Windsor

Windsor issues burn ban

Athens

The City of Athens issued a burn advisory Friday night, which will begin effective immediately and remain in effect until further notice. 

Athens said in a press release Sept. 12 that all open burning, including bonfires, fire pits, brush piles and burn barrels, is prohibited.

The City added that charcoal and gas grills can be used only if attended at all times.  

Decatur

Decatur Fire Department urges residents to avoid open burning amid extreme dry conditions

Chatham

Burn ban issued for Chatham

Sherman

Sherman issues burn ban

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