Controlled Burn Notice: York Region is planning a controlled burn of a tallgrass prairie in the Nobleton Tract of the York Regional Forest, located at 5345 15th Sideroad in Nobleton. The controlled burn is scheduled for April.
These carefully set and managed fires are an important restoration tool to help maintain and protect tallgrass prairie habitats, which are home to many birds, wildlife and pollinators including the Monarch Butterfly.
The fire burns relatively quickly to consume dried grasses and leaves but does not harm larger trees.
Under ideal weather conditions, smoke from the controlled burn will rise and should not impact nearby properties. Changing conditions may cause smoke to drift to nearby homes. It is recommended residents close windows, doors and fire dampers as a precaution and anyone sensitive to smoke is encouraged to stay indoors at the time of the burn.
For more information, visit york.ca/ControlledBurn.
