Open Fire Ban Lifted on Island of Newfoundland; Ban Remains in Effect for Labrador

The outdoor fire ban prohibiting setting of fires on forest land or within 300 metres of forest land has been lifted for the Island of Newfoundland but remains in effect for Labrador until further notice. The ban is authorized under the authority of section 99 of the Forestry Act.

The setting of fires on forest land or within 300 metres of forest land is prohibited in all areas of Labrador.