No Campfires, Fire Pits Allowed in These GTA Cities Amid Heat Wave

No campfires, fire pits allowed in these GTA cities amid heat wave

At least six cities in the Greater Toronto Area have issued fire burn bans amid extremely dry and hot weather conditions.

Oshawa and Whitby issue fire bans due to extremely dry conditions

Approved devices fueled by propane or natural gas like barbecues and outdoor fireplaces are permitted during the bans.

Heat wave continues across Ontario this week Aug. 11-15. Dry conditions prompt fire bans, water restrictions

Environment Canada's weather map shows the province has been in a dry spell and heat wave for 10 days at least, spanning from Windsor, Toronto, Lake Simcoe, Ottawa Valley to Sudbury.

Rainless August: Burn bans issued across Niagara as hot, dry weather continues

The Vineland weather station has recorded zero rainfall so far this month and Natural Resources Canada’s fire risk map reached a reading just below extreme on Monday for the region.