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With the improving weather conditions, Central York Fire Services (CYFS) has lifted the temporary fire ban put in place on June 6.

Although the ban has been lifted, CYFS asks residents to continue to practice fire safety when having a fire outdoors.

If you are using an outdoor flame of any type, remember to:

• Follow local rules including time of day, distance from items that can burn and fire size
  • Fires are not allowed between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m.
  • Fire must be at least 4 metres (13 feet) from your home...

All Town of Aurora grass soccer fields and ball diamonds are closed today due to the heavy rainfall.

Artificial Turf Fields will remain open

Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Effective immediately, a total fire ban has been issued in Aurora and Newmarket and will be issued across York Region by local Fire Chiefs. This ban is necessary given the current forest fires in Ontario and Quebec, the hot and dry conditions which can cause fire to spread fast and the deteriorating air-quality.

“Due to current weather patterns and no significant rain in the foreseeable future, we need to take steps to avoid large fires,” says Ian Laing, Central York Fire Services (CYFS) Fire...

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The Town of Aurora will be recognizing National Indigenous Peoples History Month throughout June. The Town has created opportunities for the community to listen, learn and experience Indigenous teachings.

National Indigenous History Month is commemorated annually during the month of June. During this month, we reflect and recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada.

High Fire Hazard Rating in Effect in York Region

The current local fire hazard rating is high due to the hot and dry conditions. Central York Fire Services (CYFS) asks residents of Newmarket and Aurora to use extra caution when using fire outdoors, including outdoor firepits, open air burning or wood fired BBQs.

Follow the fire safety checklist to do your part to keep flames under control:

• Outdoor fires can only be burned during the permitted hours – no fires between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m.
• Fires must be...