Nova Scotia Lifts Woods Ban for Some Areas

Nova Scotia Lifts Woods Ban for Some Areas

The government of Nova Scotia said it is lifting the woods ban in some parts of the province put in place to prevent wildfires. The province had placed restrictions on activities in forested areas as of Aug. 5. It said that hot and dry conditions had increased the risk of wildfires. The restrictions included a ban on hiking, camping, fishing, or using vehicles in the woods. There was also a ban on using trail systems. Premier Tim Houston announc…

Woods restrictions lifted in HRM, six other counties; remain in place in East Hants, other areas across Nova Scotia » The Laker News

EAST HANTS/BEAVER BANK: Restrictions on travel and activities in the woods have been lifted for those in the Halifax Regional Municipality and six other counties in Nova Scotia. The restrictions were lifted as of 4 p.m. on Aug. 29. Premier Tim Houston said the risk of wildfires has lowered enough in some counties for the restrictions on travel and activities in the woods to be lifted. The burn ban remains in place for the entire province until O…

Woods Restrictions Lifted in Some Counties, Remain in Others