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Ministry fire ban remains in effect this weekend in Huron Shores

Due to a high fire hazard in the area, much of the northeast region of Ontario is a restricted fire zone
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NEWS RELEASE
MUNICIPALITY OF HURON SHORES
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The Fire Restriction, originally imposed on July 8th, 2018, by the Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry (MNRF) remains in effect. Please note the information below from the Ministry’s Forest Fires page:

Restricted Fire Zone declared in Northeast Region
Due to the extreme fire hazard, several recent periods of heavy lightning and the large number of wildfires burning, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has implemented a Restricted Fire Zone in some areas of Northeastern Ontario as outlined on the interactive fire map.

During a Restricted Fire Zone, the use of open fires – such as campfires, or burning of brush or debris, is restricted. Failure to comply could result in fines of up to $25,000 and three months in jail, as well as financial responsibility for the costs incurred in fighting a forest fire.

Portable gas or propane stoves are permitted for use for cooking or warmth, though they should be closely monitored. Portable charcoal BBQs and Hibachis are not permitted unless within 100 metres of a dwelling, or within an organized campground.

Commercial campground operators may allow their guests to enjoy campfires during a Restricted Fire Zone period provided they meet certain conditions.

The Restricted Fire Zone is a temporary measure to reduce the number of new human-caused wildfires as the Aviation Forest Fire and Emergency Services branch of the OMNRF expects the elevated forest fire hazard to continue into the foreseeable future.”

To report a forest fire call 310-FIRE (3473).  Please click here to visit the MNRF Forest Fires page for further details.

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