Fire pit container. (Photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo / jlovell) Thinking of lighting up the backyard fire pit while the warm summer evenings last? Not in LaSalle.
The town's fire service has implemented an open air fire ban because of dry conditions in the region.
"Community safety is our main concern," said Fire Chief Ed Thiessen.
The ban includes campfires, chimineas, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, brush fires and agricultural burning.
Those caught with an open fire could be fined.
The shelter plans to remain open until 7 a.m. on Saturday, when the smoke is expected to leave the area.
Chatham-Kent residents are showing a high level of interest in the upcoming election.
Argentina rallied late for a 2-1 win over England Wednesday to advance to the World Cup Final on Sunday against Spain.
The Bank of Canada held the interest rate at 2.25 per cent.
Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning because smoke from the wildfires in northwestern Ontario are expected to move into the Chatham-Kent and Windsor area later on Wednesday.
The majority of Ontarians say the increase in gas prices this summer has put a crimp in their summer plans, according to a new survey.
