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CTV News
a day ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Open-air fire ban lifted for City of Ottawa
The Ottawa Fire Services has lifted the burn ban for the City of Ottawa, allowing people to have campfires this weekend. An open-air fire ban was issued for the city on Tuesday, due to the hot and humid weather conditions gripping Ottawa. During a burn ban, all open-air fires, including campfires, are prohibited. The ban covers on properties that have an Open Air Fire Permit. On Friday, officials announced the open-air fire ban had been lifted. Officials remind residents that they must obtain an Open Air Fire Permit in order to have an open fire. Ottawa experienced seven straight days of hot and humid weather, including five days with the temperature above 30 C. The capital received 8.6 mm of rain on Thursday as a storm system moved through the area.
BBC News
5 days ago
- Climate
- BBC News
New Forest areas assessed for damage after seven weekend fires
Several areas of a national park are being assessed for damage following weekend the worst incident in the New Forest, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) said crews from Hardley and Beaulieu began tackling a blaze on Exbury Road, Beaulieu, shortly before 22:00 BST on reels and jets, as well as a specialist water carrier vehicle from Eastleigh, were used to extinguish the blaze which affected a 60m by 40m area of England said it was one of seven fire-related incidents in the forest over the weekend, at least two of which were caused by campfires. "The current risk of wildfires is high and everyone visiting can help to protect the forest."We are reviewing the affected areas to assess the level of damage. "We would like to thank the fire service for attending the incidents so quickly and making the areas safe," it added. The site at Beaulieu is still being monitored and the cause is being use of barbecues and the lighting of campfires in the New Forest is prohibited under Public Space Protection Orders introduced in England also urged people to discard any cigarettes, glass bottles and other litter safely to reduced the risk of wildfires following the hot, dry weather conditions. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X, or Instagram.
CTV News
26-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Ottawa Fire Services lifts an open air fire ban
The cooler-than-normal temperatures and potential rain in the forecast has allowed Ottawa Fire Services to lift the burn ban for the City of Ottawa. An open-air fire ban was issued on Monday due to temperatures in the mid-30s. During a burn ban, all open-air fires, including campfires, are prohibited. The ban covers on properties that have an Open Air Fire Permit. The fire service lifted the burn ban on Thursday afternoon. Officials remind residents that they must obtain an Open Air Fire Permit in order to have an open fire. Lifting the burn ban means people can have campfires.
CBS News
30-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Fire risk high in Northern Michigan, residents and visitors urged to take precautions
The risk of fire is very high this weekend in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources said Friday, urging those who live in or will visit the area to take precautions against accidental spread of a blaze. The reason is a period of dry weather days in the region. There are already wildfires this season in Canada, some of which have sent smoke drifting into the United States. Air quality advisories are in effect in parts of Michigan, including Metro Detroit, because of the Canadian wildfires. "There hasn't been significant rain in parts of the Upper Peninsula for more than two weeks," said Paul Rogers, fire prevention specialist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. "Burn permits will be limited, and we are asking everyone to be very careful with their campfires this weekend and into Monday." Those who will be in the region affected by the March 28-30 ice storm are especially asked to delay burning or take extra caution because of the amount of dry wood that is still on the ground in forested areas. Campfire tips If you build an outdoor campfire, keep it small and never leave it. When you have finished with your campfire, drench it with water, stir the ashes and drench it again. Make sure metal campfire rings are cool before you leave a site. Additional fire safety tips The Michigan DNR also shared these reminders Whenever you start any type of fire outside, keep a hose or other water source nearby. When burning yard debris, keep piles small. Large piles can stay hot for many hours, increasing the risk of an escaped fire. Prevent sparks. Keep trailer chains from dragging and don't park hot equipment on dry grass. Don't burn plastic, hazardous materials, foam or other household trash. This is illegal and can release dangerous chemicals into the air. Use a burn barrel with a screen on top to burn paper, leaves and natural materials. Get more fire safety information here.
CTV News
16-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Pre-evacuation alert issued for Candle Lake, Sask. as wildfires approach
WATCH: Heading into the long weekend, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency wants residents to forget about campfires and fireworks.
