Open-air fire ban issued for Ottawa

By Alex Black

Posted Jul 5, 2023 08:52:09 AM.

Last Updated Jul 5, 2023 09:18:47 AM.

Ottawa Fire Services (OFS) has issued an open-air fire ban for the entire city of Ottawa effective immediately.

All open-air fires are prohibited during a ban, including properties that have a permit.

Campfires, brush piles and wood burning outdoor fireplaces are not allowed during the ban.

OFS said there will be zero tolerance enforcement while the ban is in place.

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