Saturday forest fire update

MNR News Release

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East Fire Region situation update July 12 as of 10:00 am.

• No new fires in the last 24 hours

• Ontario FireRangers and related personnel in Alberta have returned

There are no active fires in the East Fire Region.
Alberta has released the over 100 FireRangers and related personnel that were sent from the East Fire Region and they arrived safely at the Sudbury Airport on Friday.

The forest fire hazard in the East Fire Region is low to moderate. Always use caution with all outdoor fires and follow safe burning guidelines.

Under the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario day burning of brush or grass is not allowed. Burning of grass or brush may be done no sooner than two hours before sunset and it must be put it out no later than two hours after sunrise. Choose a safe site, keep your fire small and never leave it unattended. Remember to ensure the fire is put dead out before leaving the site. If you live in a Municipality, check local bylaws for any burning restrictions that may apply.