Outdoor fire ban lifted across county

WELLINGTON CTY.

Fire departments across the county have cancelled the outdoor fire ban, effective July 31.

The ban affected the townships of Centre Wellington, Guelph-Eramosa, Mapleton, Puslinch, Wellington North and the towns of Erin and Minto. If dry conditions become a concern in the future, another outdoor fire ban may be required.

Anyone with questions should contact their local fire department:

- Centre Wellington Fire and Rescue, 519-843-1950;

- Erin (Hillsburg) Fire and Emergency Services, 519-855-4407 ext 254;

- Guelph Eramosa Fire Department, 519-824-6590;

- Mapleton Fire Department, 519-638-2949;

- Minto Fire Department, 519-343-3735;

- Puslinch Fire Department, 519-821-3010;

- North Wellington Arthur station, 519-848-3500; and

- North Wellington Mount Forest station 519-323-1441.

Brad Patton, fire coordinator for the county can be reached at 519-843-1950.

August 3, 2012