Following wildfires over the weekend that caused evacuations in the Camperville area and Pine Creek First Nation, the province is taking some preventative measures.
The Canadian Red Cross assisted with the evacuation of about 100 people from the Pine Creek First Nation. Many are expected to return to their homes Monday.
Manitoba Conservation and Climate reports the current risk of wildfire is high across southern and central regions of the province.
The province is now suspending all provincial burn permits issued under The Wildfires Act within the burning permit area.
More information about municipal burn restrictions can be found here.
The province is calling on all Manitobans to be vigilant in preventing human-caused fires. Best fire prevention practices issues by the province can be found here.
Reports of wildfires or suspicious activity can be made by calling 911, or the toll-free T.I.P. line at 1-800-782-0076.
