(Today’s Northumberland file photo)
Due to extremely dry conditions and deteriorating air quality caused by ongoing wildland fires across Ontario and Manitoba, a County-wide Open Air Burn Ban is being implemented in Northumberland County, including the Municipality of Port Hope, effective immediately.
This burn ban has been enacted in coordination with fire services across the region to reduce the risk of wildfires and to protect public safety during this period of elevated fire danger.
Effective August 6, 2025, and until further notice, all forms of open-air burning are strictly prohibited within the Municipality of Port Hope, including but not limited to:
- Backyard campfires or fire pits
- Brush and yard waste burning
- Agricultural burns
- Fireworks
- Any fire not contained within a CSA-approved outdoor appliance (where permitted)
Important Information:
- The ban applies to both rural and urban areas of the Municipality.
- Failure to comply with the burn ban may result in fines and/or charges under the Ontario Fire Code and Municipal By-Laws.
- Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services will not be issuing any burn permits during the ban, and all current permits are temporarily suspended.
- Residents are asked to remain vigilant, report any signs of fire immediately, and do their part to help prevent the spread of fire during these hazardous conditions.
We will continue to monitor weather and environmental conditions closely and will lift the ban as soon as it is safe to do so.
Your cooperation and understanding are appreciated as we work together to protect our community.
For updates and additional information, please visit porthopefire.ca or contact Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services by email or by phone at 905-753-2230.
(No press release has been issued from Northumberland County regarding a Burn Ban as of Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 1 p.m.)
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
