The ban is effective immediately and no permits will be issued during this time. Those not complying with the ban may be subjected to fines as identified in By-law #73-2012, said an OFS announcement.
Open air fire means any fire situated outside, whether burned in a container or on the ground, not including a barbecue or approved ULC device, it added.
ULC Approved Devices: Propane/natural gas fueled appliances such as propane/natural gas barbecues, propane/natural gas fire pits, and propane/natural gas fire bowls are allowed provided that they are ULC/CSA/Warnock-Hersey approved and are used in accordance with instructions provided and subscribed clearances are adhered to. Charcoal fueled barbecues are also permitted.
Not Permitted: Campfires, incinerators, burn drums and construction site fire are examples of open air burning which is not permitted, as well as fire pits, fire bowls, chimeneas or outdoor wood fireplaces.
Residents are reminded that burning solid fuel outdoors, including wood, is never allowed without a permit. This includes the use of outdoor fire pits, fireplaces and chimeneas.
How you can help:
- Be vigilant when discarding cigarette butts and matches while outdoors
- Ensure that matches and lighters are kept or locked in areas not accessible to children and youth
- Remind children and youth of the dangers of playing with and lighting fires
- Be aware of your surroundings when outdoors in open fields and wooded areas