The County of Prince Edward is now under a partial burn ban throughout the municipality from Sunday, June 22 through Wednesday, June 25.
The burn ban is in place due to the extreme heat expected during this time. The partial burn ban will protect the health and safety of Prince Edward County firefighters from preventable fire events.
The municipality reminds the public that illegally burning garbage violates the Regulate and Control Open Air Burning By-law 77-2021. Violations of the by-law may result in cost recovery for services rendered by Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue.
All burn permit holders and anyone having a fire should read the burning restrictions and follow the by-law when setting an open-air fire.
- 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 exempted 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 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.
