Province lifts fire ban

The province has lifted the province-wide outdoor fire ban.

The ban, which has been in place since August 5, was implemented after a period of hot and dry weather at the same time as several forest fires.

Residents are urged to do everything they can to help prevent forest fires.

Attend fires at all times and never leave a fire until ashes have been extinguished. Always have sufficient water and other tools on site to extinguish a fire. Coals used during barbecuing, or as part of any other burning unit, must be extinguished before being discarded.

Off-road vehicle operators should use a proper screening or baffling device to prevent sparks from escaping and carry a fire extinguisher with a minimum of 225 grams of ABC-class dry chemical when travelling in grassy or wooded areas.

To report a wildfire, call: 1-866-709-FIRE (3473).