The ban on open-air burning in North Battleford and the RM of North Battleford has been lifted.
Fire Chief Albert Headrick confirmed the fire ban would be lifted at Monday’s Planning Committee meeting at City Hall.
The ban, which went into effect on May 22, did not impact the use of approved, legal fire pits. It is being lifted due to the recent rainfall and arrival of cooler conditions.
Despite this, people are still urged to be careful with legal fire pits, including maintaining close supervision of the fire, having an adequate supply of water to extinguish or control the fire, properly extinguishing the fire after use and paying close attention to wind conditions and potential spark hazards.
Residents are also advised to keep dry vegetation and combustibles away from buildings, to be cautious with discarded smoking materials, and to report any suspicious activity by fire-starters to the RCMP and to municipal enforcement. Any concerns or questions should go to North Battleford Fire Department at 306-445-1770 or the RM of North Battleford office at 306-445-3604.
