HORNEPAYNE—There may still be a lot of snow covering most of Northern Ontario, but with fire season starting on April 1, 2022, the public needs to remember fire permits are required.
The public was reminded by the municipality of Hornepayne, that fire permits are required for any type of burning within town limits from April 1, to Oct. 31, 2022. The township is offering these fire permits at not charge.
As a safety highlight, they ask residents to be mindful that exposed dry leaves, grass and twigs pose a fire hazard in the Spring, especially under hot, sunny, windy conditions.
You can apply for a fire permit on the township's website.
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