Haliburton County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (June 1, 2023)
Re: Total Fire Ban - Effective June 1, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.
The Haliburton County Fire Chiefs have issued a Total Fire Ban which
will encompass the entire area of Haliburton County (Municipality of
Dysart et al, Township of Minden Hills, Township of Algonquin Highlands
and the Municipality of Highlands East).
Effective immediately (June 1 at 9:00 a.m.) Haliburton County is under a
total fire ban. Dry conditions, high heat, and the lack of forecasted
precipitation have led to an extreme fire risk.
All fire permits and firework permits are suspended until further notice, all
fireworks, open-air fires and campfires are prohibited during the fire ban
(no use of charcoal barbecues/bricks).
Only CSA approved propane or gas appliances with a shut off and a lid are
approved for use and shall be turned off when done.
If you have questions or concerns please contact the Fire Chief within your
Municipality.
Haliburton County Chiefs,
Dan Chumbley, Municipality of Dysart et al
Shain Duda, Township of Minden Hills
Mike French, Township of Algonquin Highlands
Chris Baughman, Municipality of Highlands East