The Yukon-wide level 2 fire restriction put in place on August 7 has been lifted. This is due to decreasing fire danger risk in the forecast and a low fire response load over the weekend.
Normal fire-season burning conditions still apply.
Campfires do not require a burn permit. For all other burning, you are legally required to get permission to light an open fire between April 1 and September 30. This includes:
- lighting an open fire for any purpose other than a campfire
- burning grass, debris or brush in a burn barrel; and
- burning on all public and private lands.
If you plan to burn within municipal limits, your local government may also have rules you need to follow. Be careful when using fire; a wildfire can still catch and spread quickly. Do not build campfires larger than needed, and ensure all fires are completely out before leaving them.
Contact:
Fire Information Officer
867-393-7415 or yukonfireinfo@yukon.ca
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