A provincewide fire ban has been lifted in NL. Topsail Beach is a popular spot for outdoor fires. Photo by File /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentThe province-wide outdoor fire ban in Newfoundland and Labrador has been lifted.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentA permit to burn is required to burn grass, brush and other materials during Forest Fire Season, in effect until Sept. 30. Permits are free and available at provincial Forest Management District Offices.Article contentArticle contentA permit to burn is not required for backyard fires, recreational campfires, or boil-ups located on or within 300 metres (1,000 feet) of forested land if conducted in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with provincial Forest Fire Regulations.Article contentArticle contentA person may light an open or outdoor fire within 300 metres of forested land without a permit to burn during Forest Fire Season under the following conditions:Article contentThe fire is located in a prepared site within a managed park that has facilities to contain open fires, with fire suppression equipment available and permission from the park supervisor or attendant. The fire is placed on sand, gravel, rock or mineral soil where the fire is not greater than 0.5 metres (0.25 square metres) in width and height, located one metre from flammable material, and three metres away from overhanging branches, with eight litres of water or a shovel available at all times.Article contentThe fire is in an outdoor wood burning unit that:Article contentIs made completely of non-combustible material. Completely contains the fire and is screened to prevent the escape of sparks and burning debris. Is resting on legs and placed on non-combustible material of not less than 1.5 square metres and is located not less than 3.5 metres from flammable material.Article contentArticle contentAnyone planning a fire should check public reminders for Forest Season and the current Fire Hazard Rating for guidance.Article contentWhen the fire hazard rating is High, Very High, or Extreme for a region, all permits to burn for that region are suspended. When the rating is Very High or Extreme for a region, open or outdoor fires are not permitted.Article contentUse of gas, kerosene, alcohol, propane or charcoal-burning units is permitted regardless of the fire hazard rating, as long as the unit is not used within 3.5 metres of any woods, brush or other flammable material.Article contentResidents are urged to do everything they can to help prevent forest fires.Article contentAttend fires at all times. Never leave a fire until ashes have been extinguished. Always have sufficient water and other tools on site to extinguish a fire. Coals used during barbecuing, or as part of any other burning unit, must be extinguished before being discarded. Off-road vehicle operators should use a proper screening or baffling device to prevent sparks from escaping and carry a fire extinguisher with a minimum of 225 grams of ABC-class dry chemical when travelling in grassy or wooded areas.Article contentTo report a wildfire, call: 1-866-709-FIRE (3473).Article content
Provincewide fire ban lifted in Newfoundland and Labrador
