Madawaska Valley Fire Chief Corwin Quade has informed The Current that the fire ban in the municipality is lifted, with effect from tonight Aug.9. This means that nighttime burning — with a permit — is now allowed. Fires may only be lit from two hours before sunset and must be extinguished by two hours after sunrise. The $10 burn permits may be purchased at the municipal office and MacEwens in Barry’s Bay, and at CO Country Market in Combermere. Campfires continue to be allowed, with a maximum diameter of two feet.
Quade also reminded residents that MV Council recently amended its Noise By-Law to specifically limit the hours when fireworks may be let off in the municipality. Fireworks are allowed from dusk until 11:00 p.m. Setting off fireworks during unauthorized times could result in a $305 ticket.
Quade,C.,Madawaska Valley Fire Department(2021,Aug.9) Fire rating lowered [media bulletin]
