Prescribed fires are planned for today in Riding Mountain National Park if weather conditions allow for them. Parks Canada says the goal of prescribed fires is to help reduce the threat of wildfires and improve the area’s ecological health and this fire aims to restore oak woodlands and help maintain habitat for species at risk such as the Golden-Winged Warbler.
Some smoke may be visible and Parks Canada staff will monitor wind conditions to try and ensure smoke won't affect publicly used areas whenever possible. Specific areas may be closed for short periods of time for visitor and staff safety
