Full fire ban in place across P.E.I. with $50K fines possible
Prince Edward Island has joined the two other Maritime provinces by declaring a full fire ban.
The ban includes campfires and bonfires on private property as well at provincial parks and campgrounds.
The province says fines for violating the ban can reach up to $50,000, plus victims of crime costs. Those responsible for causing a fire may also be liable for damages.
Domestic brush burning on the island continues to be banned and permits have been revoked for industrial and agricultural burns.
'With forest fires burning in other provinces and the hot dry weather continuing in PEI, we need to take every possible step to keep residents and our forests safe,' said Environment, Energy and Climate Action Minister Gilles Arsenault in a Monday news release.
'Domestic brush burning and burning permits have been suspended for many days now, and today we are taking the extra step to order a fire closure order banning all outdoor burning including campfires, regardless of size or use for the fire.'
All fireworks permits have also been suspended during the ban, which is in place until further notice.
The province says it will make an announcement once officials have determined it is safe to remove it.
For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
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