Prince Edward County has issued a partial burn ban for the area for November 3.
The ban is due to the projected wind speeds.
Here are the conditions of the partial burn ban:
- Under a partial burn ban, burning is restricted to a container with a screened top or a small campfire. Propane fueled appliances such as BBQs and fire tables are exempt from the Open-Air Burning By-law.
- Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue reminds residents that a burn permit is required for all open air burning. Learn more
- The fire chief evaluates weather and ground conditions to determine the necessity of a burn ban. When conditions improve, the ban will be updated.
- The burn status can be checked anytime by calling 1.833.376.1011 or by visiting the County website.
- For more information, contact Fire Dispatch, Prince Edward County at 613.476.2345 or fire@pecounty.on.ca.
- To report a complaint about illegal burning, call 613-476-2345 immediately at the time of your complaint. If your concern is an emergency, dial 911.
