No Open-Air Fires Allowed in NOTL, Until Futher Notice

No open-air fires allowed in NOTL, until futher notice

Citing dry weather and air quality concerns, Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire and Emergency Services has issued an open-air burn ban, effective immediately until further notice.

Fire Chief Issues Total Ban On Open-Air Fires In St. Catharines – Effective Immediately!

“With the extreme heat as of late and a lack of significant precipitation, much of southern Ontario has been categorized as “extreme”, the highest risk of fire according to Natural Resources Canada.” An Alert from the City of St. Catharines’ Fire Chief Dave Upper in Niagara, Ontario Posted on Monday, August 11, 2025 on Niagara At Large In wake of extreme heat and drought, St. Catharines places a ban on open fires until further notice Niagara, On…