Hay River, N.W.T., issues partial fire ban
Hay River, N.W.T., residents can no longer have outdoor fires, except ones that are contained in an outdoor fire pit.
The town announced the fire ban in a Facebook post Tuesday evening.
"Due to dry conditions around town and the current unknown risk rating, the Town of Hay River has issued a partial fire ban," the town wrote.
It also means any previously approved fire permits are now revoked.
Fort Smith announced a similar ban community on Monday.