Fires may start easily and spread quickly but there will be minimal involvement of deeper fuel layers or larger fuels.
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Municipal Burning Ban
Pursuant to Bylaw 2022-07, Effective May 9, 2025 the RM of Riding Mountain West has applied a Burning Ban. This includes prohibition on all open burning, restricted yard waste burning as well as fire pits and campfires.
This ban will be in effect until changed or declared over.
Persons are reminded that ALL BURNING in the municipality is subject to the terms and conditions of The Wildfire Act and the Manitoba Crop Residue Burning regulation M.R.77/93.
Any persons that contravene this bylaw is committing an offense and liable on conviction to a fine of not less than $100 for first offense, $200 for second offense, $300 for third offense and $500 for subsequent offences.
Where a person is in contravention under this bylaw, in addition to any fines the Municipality is entitled to claim costs where a fire department is called to extinguish a fire at a rate of $500 per hour or part thereof.
No Present Road Closures
UPDATE #7 2025-05-12 9:00AM
There are NO current road closures.
Please remain cautious as Road Conditions can still change with adverse weather conditions and follow any signage that may be posted in the future.
Help Protect Our Roads
Due to road conditions caused by spring thaw and recent weather, we kindly ask: Please do NOT drive heavy vehicles on soft/saturated roads at this time. Our roads are vulnerable, and heavy traffic can cause serious damage. Your cooperation helps keep our roads safe and reduces costly repairs. Thank you for your understanding and support!
