Partial burn ban in effect

The County is under a partial burn ban throughout the municipality due to dry ground conditions that include dormant/dry grass that is easily ignited when exposed to a fire.

Fire Chief Chad Brown reports there was a higher volume of fires on Sunday, March 23 related to unsupervised burning activities.

Under a partial burn ban, burning is restricted to a container with a screened top or a small campfire. Propane-fueled appliances such as barbecues and fire tables are exempted from the Open-Air Burning Bylaw.

Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue reminds residents that a burn permit is required for all open-air burning. All burn permit holders and anyone having a fire should read the burning restrictions. Violations may result in cost recovery for services rendered by fire services.

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.