Illegal burn among eight recent calls for township firefighters

Residents with questions about burn permits or burning regulations are encouraged to contact the Fire Services office for assistance

Firefighters in the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands responded to eight emergency incidents during the latest reporting period, including an illegal open-air burn.

According to Fire Services, crews were called to two separate incidents involving hydro lines down with fire, a medical assistance call involving a train, a motor vehicle collision, a report of smoke, two fire alarm activations, and the illegal burn.

Following the recent calls, Fire Services is reminding residents to ensure they have a valid burn permit before conducting any outdoor burning. Officials also stress the importance of understanding what materials are permitted to be burned and notifying the Township when a permit is being used.

Residents with questions about burn permits or burning regulations are encouraged to contact the Fire Services office for assistance.

Story by: Tim Baltz

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