Written by Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources on 17 August 2015
Rec’vd Friday, Aug.14,2015
There were 4 new fires confirmed by the early afternoon of August 14.
The forest fire hazard is moderate to high across the Northwest Region.
The Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services program is reminding people that they are responsible for safe outdoor fire management and must follow guidelines set out in the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario including no day burning of brush or grass fires. Campfires are to be tended at all times and put out before leaving.
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Rec’vd Friday, Aug.14,2015
