Fire crews, water bombers and heavy equipment continue suppression work on wildfires near Powerview, Little Black River and Badger. Assistance was also provided by Ontario water bombers on the Badger wildfire. A wildfire Incident Management Team is leading the suppression effort on the Badger wildfire. Dry windy conditions has made these fires very difficult to control. These fires were all caused by human activity.

Please exercise caution when in or near forested areas. If using an ATV in areas where backcountry travel is permitted, please remember to stay on developed trails, stop frequently to check areas around the engine and exhaust for debris and carefully dispose of any debris found. A small shovel, axe, and fire extinguisher should be carried with your ATV at all times.

Open fires are prohibited from April 1 to November 15 annually, except under a burning permit or in enclosed, approved fire pits such as grated campfire pits in provincial campsites where permitted. Activities in wooded areas involving fireworks or sky lanterns may also require written authorization during this time period in certain areas.

For information on required authorization or permits, please contact your local Sustainable Development office. Municipalities often implement their own restrictions. Please check with your local Manitoba Sustainable Development district offices and local municipal offices for information on burning bans or other restrictions.

A list of local Manitoba Sustainable Development offices is available at https://www.gov.mb.ca/sd/wildlife/about/who.html