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Grass Fire Season is Here

Graphic showing burn levels with an arrow pointing at Level 2 - Moderate Risk

With warmer temperatures and minimal snow remaining, grass fire season has begun. The Mississippi Mills Fire Department has changed the burn status to reflect the current conditions to Level 2 – Moderate.

Please keep these safety tips in mind when you are burning:

  • Remember to activate your open-air burn permit before you burn.
  • Avoid burning outdoors on windy days.
  • Keep water sources nearby when burning debris/brush.
  • Have tools like shovels and rakes on hand.
  • Follow the setback requirements of the Open-Air Fire By-law 17-15 and choose a safe location away from buildings, trees and power lines.
  • Keep burn piles small and manageable.
  • Never leave the fire unattended and stay vigilant.
  • Extinguish the fire completely before leaving the site.
  • Soak the area with water after burning to prevent rekindling.

For more information: www.mississippimills.ca/burnpermits

Contact Us

MUNICIPAL OFFICE
3131 Old Perth Rd
Box 400
Almonte ON, K0A 1A0

Email: Town@mississippimills.ca
Phone: 613-256-2064

HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except on Statutory Holidays

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