For the second time this spring an open-air fire ban issued by City of North Battleford, in effect since April 30, was lifted Wednesday.
Fire Chief Albert Headrick said in a statement the ban is lifted due to the recent rainfall. The ban did not impact use of approved legal fire pits.
Despite the lifting of the ban, people are still urged to be careful using legal fire pits. In a news release, Headrick suggested residents follow tips including maintaining close supervision of the fire, having an adequate supply of water available 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 being advised to keep dry vegetation and combustibles from buildings, to be cautious with discarded smoking materials and to report suspicious activity by fire starters to RCMP or to municipal enforcement.
