Oshawa Fire Services reminds of the dangers of illegal open air burning
Oshawa Fire Services reminds residents that only community members with an approved fire permit (for properties north of Conlin Road, having greater than 10 acres) respecting the Open Air Burning By-law are allowed to burn. All other burning – such as outdoor wood-burning fireplaces, fire pits or chimineas – is prohibited.
By-law #73-2012
An open air burn permit may be obtained for properties north of Conlin Road and meeting the requirements of By-law #73-2012. Those not complying with the by-law may be subjected to fines.
Open air fire means any fire situated outside, whether burned in a container or on the ground, not including a barbecue or an approved device.
Approved devices
Propane/natural gas fuelled appliances such as propane/natural gas barbecues, propane/natural gas fire pits, and propane/natural gas fire bowls are allowed provided that they are ULC/CSA/Warnock-Hersey approved and are used in accordance with instructions provided and subscribed clearances are adhered to. Charcoal fuelled barbecues are also permitted.
Not permitted
Campfires, incinerators, burn drums and construction site fire are examples of open air burning which is not permitted, as well as fire pits, fire bowls, chimeneas or outdoor wood fireplaces. Residents are reminded that burning solid fuel outdoors, including wood, is never allowed without a permit.
How you can help
- Be vigilant when discarding cigarette butts and matches while outdoors.
- Ensure that matches and lighters are kept or locked in areas not accessible to children and youth.
- Remind children and youth of the dangers of playing with and lighting fires.
- Be aware of your surroundings when outdoors in open fields and wooded areas.
- Report illegal open air burning by calling the Oshawa Fire Services Dispatch non-emergency line at 905-433-1234 or to report an emergency, call 9-1-1.
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