There is a partial fire ban and a ban on fireworks in Albany County according to Albany County Emergency Management. Any violation of this ban may be in violation of a state statue and punishable by up to 30 days in jail and up to a $100 fine or both together along with restitution for the cost of fire supression and damage caused.

A potentially severe to extreme fire situation exists throughout Albany County, created by a heavy fuel load and dry conditions that could create situations that over-extend the firefighting capability of local government. Additionally, high fire danger may be aggravated by open burning and the use of incendiary devices

Complete details on the ban are at this link