A burn ban is in effect for the City of Ottawa, Ottawa Fire Services announced Sunday.

A burn ban is in effect for the City of Ottawa, Ottawa Fire Services announced Sunday.

All open-air fires are prohibited, including fires on properties that already have a permit. The ban applies to agricultural and brush-pile burns, as well as campfires.

For inquiries, call the city’s 24-hour service line at 311.

  • bionicjoey
    3·
    9 months ago

    Really hoping we don’t get smothered in wildfire smoke again this year.

      • veeeOPEnglish
        1·
        9 months ago

        Good time to make sure there are masks stocked in the pantry ready for the summer.

    • BedSharkPal
      1·
      9 months ago

      Every since last year I’ve been sure to watch the PM 2.5 levels outside. I miss not knowing about it and the danger at times!