NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF ELLIOT LAKE
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Fire Chief John Thomas and Fire Chief Ken Raymond announced today that effective 8:00 a.m. July 6, 2020, due to no rain and extreme dry conditions, there is a Fire Ban in effect immediately in Elliot Lake and Blind River.
The Fire Ban means that no burning or open flame is allowed.
This means:
- All burning permits are cancelled.
- No campfires.
- No burning in outdoor fireplaces.
- No burning in outdoor fire pits.
- No incinerator burning.
- No brush or slash burning.
Any person setting an open air fire shall be responsible and liable for costs and could be liable to a fine. Please call your fire department should you have any questions. Fire Chief John Thomas @ (705) 848-3232 Fire Chief Ken Raymond @ (705) 356-9888.
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