Central Ontario's hot weather sparks burn bans
Record high temperatures across Ontario ignited grass fires and sent some fire departments scrambling to ban open fires in their regions.
With a 55-year record-busting high of 26C reported at the Muskoka Airport Thursday, dry leaves and grass can ignite easily.
To that effect, the Muskoka Fire Danger Rating office in Gravenhurst has posted a No Daytime Burning warning.
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In a news release, Muskoka Fire Services states that although some areas are snow-covered, grasses and leaves can ignite quickly from a tossed cigarette butt.
"Dry conditions contribute to rapid fire spread, and a small fire can become a large one in just minutes," it states.
West Parry Sound Fire Chief Gord Harrison has released a statement indicating they have raised their fire danger rating to moderate, as today's temperatures will continue to melt snow and dry up the foliage.
In the southern region, King Fire and Emergency Services have put a complete burn ban in place, banning all outdoor fires.
Officials say Barrie is "not considering a burn ban at this time."
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