The Rural Municipality of La Broquerie has issued a burn ban effective Tuesday.

They say, due to extremely dry conditions expected this spring, residents within the boundaries of the RM are advised no burning is permitted, including fire pits and burn barrels. These measures are being implemented for safety and to alleviate potential damage to properties and curb unnecessary costs.

Those found in non-compliance with the ban will be subject to fines and, if the fire department is called to an outdoor fire as a result of burning during the ban, the property owner will incur costs to have it extinguished.