The 2001 forest fire season has been officially declared for the Island portion of the province. Having taken effect as of midnight May 11th the season will continue until midnight September 16th. The forest fire season for Labrador commenced midnight May 18th and will end on midnight October 7th. The public are reminded that in accordance with forest fire regulations burning permits are required for lighting outdoor fires for the purpose of clearing land or burning brush within 300 metres of a forest land.
Permits are available at forestry offices throughout the province.
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