Burn bans in effect in Cambridge, Kitchener
Posted Jun 8, 2023 02:18:13 PM.
Last Updated Jun 8, 2023 03:35:25 PM.
The recent stretch of hot, dry weather has fire officials in Cambridge and Kitchener on alert.
Both cities implemented a burn ban on Thursday afternoon.
It means all open and active burn permits have been revoked effective immediately, and no new permits will be issued or approved until further notice.
Those who violate the restrictions could be fined.
The burn bans were announced as smoke from forest fires in Ontario and Quebec led to deteriorating air quality.
A full burn ban was also issued in Waterloo Region’s townships earlier in the week.
The @CambridgeFD has issued a burn ban for the city, effective immediately (June 8, 2023). All open/active burn permits are immediately revoked until further notice. Learn more: https://t.co/vEFMjEOeab pic.twitter.com/gGd3INPlFV
— City of Cambridge (@cityofcambridge) June 8, 2023
NEWS: The #Kitchener Fire Chief has enacted a temporary burn ban, including backyard fires and open burn permits, due to current dry conditions, active forest fires and no significant rainfall forecast.
Read more: https://t.co/aCyDlypxUv pic.twitter.com/AY4VoOWL2R
— City of Kitchener (@CityKitchener) June 8, 2023
