- Recreational and non-recreational fires are permitted between 6:00 pm-8:00 am from April 1 to October 31.
- From November 1 to March 31, recreational and non-recreational fires are permitted at any time.
- Weather conditions such as cooler temperatures, high humidity and/or recent rainfall have resulted in forest floor materials—such as leaves, deadfall and grass—being damp and therefore harder for a fire to start and subsequently spread.
- Ensure that all burning is conducted safely and in accordance with the local outdoor burning by-law.
The current fire danger is currently set to Extreme.
There is a total fire ban on all fires until further notice.
- No fires of any type are permitted
- No fires are permitted for cooking or warmth
- No fireworks are allowed
Conditions are being monitored until sufficient rainfall has been received. Extra caution should be taken when using ant equipment/tools that may produce heat.
- Consider using methods other than grinding tools and hot works outside
- Do not drive any type of vehicle through long grass/brush as hot exhausts and engines can ignite dry ground cover
- Dispose of cigarette butts and joints in metal containers and/or water
Additional care should be taken when using propane appliances such as barbeques. A responsible person should always monitor these appliances while in use.
Consult with your local by-law department for outdoor burning regulations in your municipality.
The Muskoka Fire Chiefs wish to thank everyone for their continued support.
Muskoka fire danger rating definitions
The Muskoka Fire Danger Rating is determined using the Fire Weather Index (FWI), an internationally used method for determining the risk of fires in open air. It uses factors such as the relative humidity, temperature, previous 24-hour rain amount, wind directions, and wind speed in combination with the forest fuel type and loads to determine the risk of the forest to certain fire types. From this calculation the Forest Fire Danger Rating is made in consultation with the Fire Chiefs of the six area municipalities and the Ministry of Natural Resources.
The Muskoka fire season runs April 1 to October 31 each year, and the rating is verified daily and updated whenever the rating changes.
Contact Us
In case of emergency: Dial 9-1-1
Non-emergency number: 705-789-5201
Forest fire rating: 1-877-847-1577
Fax: 705-787-0306
Email the Fire Department
Fire Hall Headquarters
1 Payne Dr
Huntsville, Ontario
P1H 1X4