Saskatchewan's provincial fire ban lifted due to rainfall and cooler weather
Saskatchewan's provincial fire ban is no longer in effect due to recent rainfall and cooler weather.
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) lifted the fire ban last Friday at noon CST. The SPSA said precipitation brought down the risk of fires in northern Saskatchewan's forests.
The ban prohibited setting fires on all Crown lands, provincial parks, provincial recreation sites located north of the provincial forest boundary and in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District.
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Despite the ban being lifted, provincial parks, municipalities and RMs may still institute local fire bans, restriction or advisories.
"After this weather system passes and hazards increase, the public is reminded to remain attentive to preventing new wildfires while enjoying our provincial forests," SPSA vice-president of operations Steve Roberts said on Friday.
There were 86 active wildfires in Saskatchewan as of 7:15 a.m. CST on Tuesday.
Twelve of those fires are considered out of control, according to the SPSA website.
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The SPSA said 11 of the active fires are contained, while 42 are being monitored regularly to assess risk. Action is being taken to protect cabins and infrastructure around the 21 remaining fires.
Anyone who spots a wildfire can call 1-800-667-9660 or dial 911.
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This article was originally written by and published for CBC News on Tuesday July 30, 2024.