Township of Algonquin Highlands Fire Ban in Effect
Township of Algonquin Highlands
The article posted on June 21st 'Fire Ban Lifted' was posted in error.
Effective at 9:00am on Thursday, June 1, there is a total fire ban within the Township of Algonquin Highlands, and throughout the Country of Haliburton.
This means no outdoor burning any time of day. Active daytime burning permits will be suspended until further notice. Bonfires, fireworks and the lighting of charcoal barbecues are prohibited.
Violating the ban will result in fines. In Algonquin Highlands, this entails being charged with the costs of deploying Algonquin Highlands Fire Services.
The ban is being implemented through a joint decision of the County's four Chief Fire Officials and is supported by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.