Fire Ban Update – Burn Risk Status Lowered to Level 3 (High Risk)

Recent rainfall has allowed the Mississippi Mills Fire Department to ease the total fire ban to Level 3 – High Risk as of August 28, 2025.

Drier ground conditions mean the risk of fire spread remains high.

Open-air burning is permitted, but please use extreme caution:

• Fires can spread quickly and unintentionally
• Always have extinguishing agents (water, sand, fire extinguisher) on hand
• Never leave a fire unattended

Reminder:

Residents must have an activated burn permit before burning. Residents in eligible areas must obtain a free permit online at mm.burnpermits.com, or in person at the Municipal Office or Station 1 (Almonte) during business hours.