The total fire ban in Haliburton County has been extended until at least Aug. 19.
With no significant rain in the forecast, the County’s four Chief Fire officials agreed to extended the ban another week. It was announced on Aug. 12.
Officials say the fire ban includes the Townships of Algonquin Highlands, Minden Hills, Highlands East and Dysart et al.
According to officials, bonfires, fireworks, torches, the lighting of charcoal barbecues, and anything else that uses an open flames, is prohibited.
Ontario forest fire crews are continuing to fight a fire in the Burnt River area, north of Kawartha Lakes. Although the 27-hectare blaze was not yet under control, as of Aug. 12 crews had successfully established a continuous and secure perimeter around the fire.
Officials say a containment line has been set up and crews are working to stop the fire from advancing further.
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, it is one of 17 active fires in the northeast region, four of which are not yet under control.
