Collingwood's fire chief has issued a fire ban prohibiting any fires, including campfires, backyard fires and open burns, until further notice.
On June 7, the chief upgraded Collingwood's fire danger rating to "high" indicating extreme caution should be used for any fire and water should be kept close at hand.
Collingwood joins several other area municipalities in issuing a fire ban, including Springwater Township, Oro-Medonte, Midland, Grey Highlands, Essa, and Clearview Township.
Fines are issued to those who go against a fire ban.