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Forest Fire Weather Index
THIS SITE IS UPDATED FROM MARCH 15 - NOVEMBER 30.
The latest forest fire weather rating for Prince Edward Island
was issued 1 hour(s) ago.
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Northeastern PEI |
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| Note: All burning permits are invalid due to above rating for Northeastern District. | |
Central-Southeastern PEI May 22 2012 08:11AM |
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| Note: All burning permits are invalid due to above rating for Central-Southeastern District. | |
Western PEI |
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| Note: All burning permits are invalid due to above rating for Western District. | |
This index is valid for a maximum of 16 hours from the time of issue ( May 22 2012 08:11AM ).
The latest forest fire weather rating for Prince Edward Island was issued 1 hours ago.
Consult the Weather Forecast
Wind speeds play a very important role in grass and forest fire spread rates and can cause fires to jump beyond the main fire area or to spread to tree tops. Please consult weather forecast to ensure you stay within wind speed limitations set in burning permits.
Forest Fire Report Number
If the fire escapes, report immediately to: 911
Burning Permit Required
Frequently Asked Questions about burning permits for open burning
On Prince Edward Island, you require a valid burning permit for any open fire within 200 metres of burnable vegetation during the March 15th to December 1st period. Consult your burning permit to check on the fire weather index and wind speed conditions it states. It is an offense to burn without a valid permit or to fail to advise your local fire department before you start the fire. Fines for burning without valid permit are between $200 and $1000 and you are assessed the cost of extinguishing the fire. In addition, those who cause escape fires are liable in court for damage caused to neighbouring properties.
For more information
For more information about the fire weather rating and other Prince Edward Island forestry issues, contact the Forests, Fish and Wildlife of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
For additional weather information, consult our Current Weather page.
This information has been taken from www.gov.pe.ca