A crossed-out circle superimposed over a photo of an outdoor fire to convey that no burning of any kind is allowed.

Total Fire Ban in Effect

No burning of any kind is allowed effective as of 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, there will be a total fire ban throughout the County of Haliburton which includes Highlands East. This means no outdoor burning any time of day or night.

The ban is being implemented through a joint decision of the County’s four Chief Fire Officials due to ongoing hot and dry weather and is supported by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Report illegal fires

If you see someone burning please call 911 or the Fire Chief at 705-448-2981 x428.

Coverage, restrictions and exceptions

The following is a summary of restrictions that are in place during this fire ban:

All open burn permits are suspended.
No fireworks are allowed.
No open air fires, not even for cooking or warmth.
Campfires and charcoal bricks are not allowed.
Only CSA approved propane or gas appliance with a shut off and a lid is approved to use for cooking and shall be turned off when done.
Propane BBQs are allowed. Charcoal BBQs are not allowed.
Outdoor wood burning furnaces used for home heating and hot water production are permitted.