Fires in Kawartha Lakes under control
As of Friday Aug. 15 the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) reports that fires in Kawartha Lakes are now under control. This describes a wildfire that has received sufficient suppression action to ensure no further spread of the fire.
This includes the Burnt River area fire and the Kirkfield area fire.
Road Reopened
- Prospect Rd is now open
With fire resources fully engaged in these fires, resources are constrained. Any fire complaints for open air burning will be treated with zero tolerance.
Public Safety
- No evacuation is necessary.
- Residents and visitors are urged to avoid the two fire areas to allow crews to safely continue working.
- A total fire ban is in effect across Kawartha Lakes.
With four significant fires in the past week and extremely dry conditions straining firefighting resources, residents are reminded:
- If you see smoke, report it immediately to Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue at 705-324-2191. There will be a zero tolerance for burning of any kind.
- Do not operate drones near active fire areas. This is illegal and poses serious risks to both aerial and ground crews.
Storm Debris/Brush Collection
Since the April ice storm, the municipality has been collecting brush that has been piled at the curbside in a systematic process from south to north, in urban and rural areas. All urban areas are complete, and most rural areas have been collected. Please see an interactive map on the city’s website for details. If your property has been missed in the initial collection, please report using the online Report It form: www.kawarthalakes.ca/reportit.
Emergency Preparedness – for now and future
With ever increasing weather-related emergencies, it is important for all households to have an emergency plan and a 72-hour emergency kit available. Take a moment to prepare your kit today: https://www.ontario.ca/page/be-prepared-emergency
Learn more about preparing for Forest Fires on the Ontario.ca website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/forest-fires-safety-information
