Partial burn ban lifted in Belleville

The City of Belleville has lifted its partial burn ban.

The ban was issued on August 29th, and lifted yesterday.

City staff have issued the following reminders this week:

Obtain a burn permit before having a campfire or using an outdoor fireplace.
Only have a campfire or use an outdoor fireplace between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m.
Contain campfires within an area of noncombustible metal, masonry. ceramic or stone, or in a pit in the ground.
Outdoor fireplaces must have a spark screen or cover with a maximum opening of 13mm.
Keep any combustible materials a safe distance from a campfire or fireplace and ensure vegetation around the fire is as low as possible.
Have an adequate water supply or fire extinguisher to contain or extinguish the fire.
Never leave a fire unattended.
Ensure a fire is fully extinguished before leaving it.

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