BEDFORD, N.H. —

Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced Monday that open fires are banned for the foreseeable future as dry conditions continue across New Hampshire.

Under Ayotte's proclamation, the ban includes fires built for camping, burning debris or warming, as well as smoking in or near woodlands or public trails.

Burn permits are needed for all open outdoor burning statewide.

Fire officials said 90% of all wildfires in the state are caused by people. Manchester Fire Marshal Mitch Cady said brush fires aren't just a problem in suburban or rural areas.

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"In the last month, we've done about 20 brush fires, and that ranges from small bark mulch fires on the side of buildings or on the side of the road to some

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