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Fire ban issued in Yellowknife as of Wednesday afternoon

The Yellowknife Fire Division is imposing an open-air fire ban effective Wednesday at noon due to hot, dry conditions that raise the risk of wildfires.
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Open-air campfires will not be permitted in Yellowknife as of Wednesday afternoon due to hot, dry conditions. Black Press file photo

The Yellowknife Fire Division is imposing a ban on open-air fire pits effective Wednesday at noon due to hot, dry conditions that raise the risk of wildfires.

SA国际影视传媒淭he fire ban is a proactive measure to reduce the risk of fires starting from camp fires, bonfires or other open sourced flames within city limits. We all have a role in preventing wildfire,SA国际影视传媒 Yellowknife Fire Chief Nelson Johnson stated in a Tuesday news release.

The fire ban does not affect Canadian Standards Association-approved propane-fueled pits and barbecues.

The measure will remain in effect until further notice, the fire department stated.



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