Municipality of Port Hope – Burn Ban in Effect

(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:

Important Information:

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

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