(Municipality Level 2: Temporary Burn Ban in Place)
Level 1 fire and travel restrictions include the following:
all fires prohibited between the hours 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Fires outside of these hours must be in an approved campfire pit;
motorized backcountry travel, including ATVs and other off-road vehicles, is prohibited during specified hours of 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
As a further wildfire prevention measure, burn permits issued are cancelled and will not be issued until fire danger conditions improve. Further restrictions may be implemented if the fire danger levels increase or conditions change significantly. Failure to comply with the listed restrictions may result in prosecution under the Manitoba Wildfires Act with fines of up to $100,000 depending on the severity of the offence.
Brandon Fire Department: (204) 729-2410
Shilo Fire Department: (204) 765-3000 Ext. 3178
Wawanesa Fire Department: (204) 824-3444
Please check the RM of Cornwallis Burning By-Law to see what your area is allowed.
For more information on the current Manitoba Wild Fire Conditions please click here
Level 1 fire and travel restrictions include the following:
- all fires prohibited between the hours 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Fires outside of these hours must be in an approved campfire pit; - motorized backcountry travel, including ATVs and other off-road vehicles, is prohibited during specified hours of 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.;
As a further wildfire prevention measure, burn permits are cancelled and will not be issued until fire danger conditions improve. Further restrictions may be implemented if the fire danger levels increase or conditions change significantly. Failure to comply with the listed restrictions may result in prosecution under the Manitoba Wildfires Act with fines of up to $100,000 depending on the severity of the offence.
