Forest fire hazard is on the rise

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MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES

**************************** Forest fire situation update - East Fire Region

There have been no new fires in the East Fire Region within the last 24 hours.

Currently there are 10 active fires in the region.

For more information please click here to view the active fires map.

The forest fire hazard across the East Fire Region will start to rise to moderate on Thursday with some pockets of high hazard on Friday.

Summer evenings are a great time to enjoy family and friends, and share stories around the campfire.

It is also a great opportunity to teach our future generations about fire safety.

If children are present, ensure they are not running or playing near the fire.

Keep your fire small, have a shovel and bucket of water on hand, and never leave the fire unattended.

Leading by example is a great way to teach fire safety.

For more FireSmart tips about safe campfires, click here.

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