Province Lifts Burn Ban and Travel Restrictions in Annapolis County
Effective October 15, at 2 p.m., the ban on open fires and travel restrictions in the woods have been lifted in Annapolis County due to improving conditions.
Daily burn restrictions, however, remain in place province-wide until the end of the extended wildfire season on October 31. Violations of these restrictions can result in a fine of $25,000.
"Although it’s still very dry across the province, we’re getting some rain and cooler temperatures that are reducing wildfire risk," said Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources. "That allows us to lift the outright bans and give residents of Annapolis County a break. I ask all Nova Scotians to stay vigilant and continue following the daily restrictions to help protect our people and our communities."
Daily Burn Restrictions
The daily burn restrictions apply to open fires, including:
- campfires
- bonfires
- brush fires
- fires in chimeneas
- any other fire that is not enclosed and uses wood as the fuel
These restrictions are in place because sparks from open wood fires can escape and cause wildfires, unlike gas or charcoal fires.
Author's summary: Province lifts burn ban in Annapolis County due to improved conditions.
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