{"id":190854,"date":"2026-07-23T11:09:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T15:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pontiacouest.ca\/open-fire-band\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T11:09:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T15:09:51","slug":"open-fire-band","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pontiacouest.ca\/en\/open-fire-band\/","title":{"rendered":"Open fire band"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>UPDATE \u2014 OPEN FIRE BAN<\/p>\n<p>The total fire ban has been lifted.<\/p>\n<p>Regular bylaws are now back in effect, which means that open fires remain prohibited across the region.<\/p>\n<p>Still permitted:<\/p>\n<p>Approved fire installations equipped with spark arrestors and set up on compacted soil or gravel surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that some municipalities may have stricter regulations or require permits.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage you to check with your local municipality for specific bylaws.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for continuing to stay vigilant and helping protect the community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UPDATE \u2014 OPEN FIRE BAN The total fire ban has been lifted. 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