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PEI’s most recent fire closure order ends today, September 22, at 11:59 p.m. and will not be renewed. Starting September 23, campfires used for heating and warmth are allowed with the permission of property owners and if allowed by local bylaws. “Forestry officials advised me...

PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has extended the fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until September 22 or further notice. Campfires and bonfires are banned, including fires on private property and at provincial parks and...

PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has extended the fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until September 8 or further notice. Campfires and bonfires are banned, including fires on private property and at provincial parks and...

PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has issued a fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until further notice. The ban on campfires and bonfires includes fires on private property as well at provincial parks and campgrounds. Fines under...

The provincial Forests, Fish and Wildlife division is reminding Islanders that PEI’s wildfire season runs from March 15 to November 15 each year. Anyone planning on burning brush outdoors must check for burning restrictions by calling 1-800-237-5053 or visiting the province’s...

Ten forest firefighters from the Island are headed to Yukon to help with the wildfire situation. The Government of Prince Edward Island has more than 55 staff trained in wildland firefighting, including foresters, forest technicians, wildlife technicians, and others who have fire...