Pelham issues Fire Ban due to dry weather conditions

There will be no open-air burning or fireworks permitted in the Town of Pelham until further notice.

"The burn ban is in place to protect everyone’s safety," said Lymburner. "With the current dry conditions, a fire can grow out of control in no time."

All open-air fires and fireworks are prohibited during a fire ban and all open-air burn permits are temporarily suspended. The ban applies to agriculture burns, brush pile burns, recreational fires, burn barrels, outdoor fireplaces/chimineas, or any other fires set in open-air. 

The only exception to this ban is cooking fires within approved campgrounds. Cooking fires are permitted on campsites from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. only. After midnight, all fires must be completely extinguished.

Open-air fires can spread through dry vegetation with alarming speed. If an open-air fire is discovered it is very important to immediately dial 9-1-1 and report it. 

For more information on open-air burning and general fire safety, visit: www.pelham.ca/fire