BURN BAN IN EFFECT

The extended spell of hot, dry weather has prompted all four rural townships in the region to ban open-air burning as of last Saturday. The move is an effort to reduce fire risk given all the drying brush and grass. Failure to comply with the ban could result in charges and/or fee for service if the fire department is required to respond and extinguish an unauthorized burn. BBQs and small campfires are still permitted.