By Staff
August 17th, 2016
BURLINGTON, ON
On July 6, 2016, a fire ban was issued after the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry identified a high fire-risk rating in the Burlington area following prolonged hot and dry weather conditions. That ban has been lifted.
“The recent rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures factored into the decision to lift the ban,” said Chief Fire Prevention Officer Joe Wintar. “Though the fire ban has been lifted, residents should still use extra caution when burning outdoors.”
Residents that live in designated burning areas with open air burning permits can resume use of open air fires for controlled brush burning and recreational fires.
Caution and control should be the approach.
The use of charcoal barbecues at designated picnic areas in city parks is also allowed again. Park users are encouraged to book a permit in advance of their preferred dates. Request a booking online at www.burlington.ca/rentals , call 905-335-7738 or visit www.burlington.ca/picnics for more information.
The Burlington Fire Department will continue to monitor and assess the local wildfire threat and provide updates on city open-air burning restrictions. If you are unsure if a fire ban is in effect, please contact the Burlington Fire Department at 905-637-8253.
For more information about open air burning in Burlington visit: www.burlington.ca/openairburning
