Ottawa Fire Services issues ban on open-air fires

By Alex Black

Posted Apr 13, 2023 09:32:19 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 during the fire ban.

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