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City of Fredericton Issues Urgent Warning and Restrictions to Combat Wildfire Risk

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The City of Fredericton, New Brunswick has declared a state of emergency due to the ongoing extreme wildfire hazard in the region. As a result, the city has issued a series of restrictions and warnings aimed at minimizing the risk of wildfires. Residents are urged to stay out of wooded areas, avoid all forested regions, and report any fires violating the fire ban to 9-1-1 immediately. The city has also closed several parks and trails due to the high risk of wildfires, and a comprehensive map is available to inform residents of the affected areas.

Key Takeaways:

  • The City of Fredericton remains in active Level 2 Emergency Measures Operations due to the ongoing extreme wildfire hazard.
  • Residents are strongly urged to avoid all wooded and forested areas to lower the risk of accidental fires.
  • A citywide fire ban remains in place until further notice, covering all private residences, private campgrounds, commercial, and public properties.
  • Charcoal barbecues in City parks, including Wilmot Park, Odell Park, and Killarney Lake Park, are prohibited due to the fire ban.
  • Residents are reminded to use water wisely, in line with the Provincial request, to ensure the City's water supply remains unaffected.
  • The Fredericton Fire Department remains at a heightened state of readiness to respond to reports of smoke or fire in both wildland and urban areas.
  • The city has closed several parks and trails, including Wooded areas of Odell Park, Killarney Lake Park, and the UNB Woodlot, due to the high risk of wildfires.
  • Signage is posted throughout these areas to inform residents of the closures and restrictions.
  • Residents are encouraged to report any fires violating the fire ban to 9-1-1 immediately to ensure public safety.

Statistics:

  • The citywide fire ban remains in place until further notice.
  • Wooded areas of several parks and trails are closed to activities due to the high risk of wildfires.
  • The Fredericton Fire Department has increased its readiness to respond to reports of smoke or fire in both wildland and urban areas.
  • The City's water supply remains unaffected, but residents are encouraged to use water wisely.
  • 9-1-1 reports of fires violating the fire ban should be made immediately.

Sources:

  • City of Fredericton's official news release.

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