Peterborough Fire Services Reminds Residents Open-Air Burning Not Permitted

Due to a recent increase in burning complaints, Peterborough Fire Services is reminding residents that open-air burning is not permitted within the City of Peterborough as per the Ontario Fire Code in a press release issued Friday.

Peterborough Fire Trucks at the ready. Photo Courtesy of The City of Peterborough.

Fire bowls, fire-pit tables and barbeques that burn propane or natural gas are examples of permitted appliances as long as they are Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) approved. Chimineas and other wood-burning devices are not approved appliances for open-air fires.

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