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Fire and backcountry travel bans ended by Manitoba government

Dry, windy conditions that caused numerous grass and bush fires in southern Manitoba earlier this month prompted a fire ban that has now been lifted. Randall Paull / Global News file

WINNIPEG — Fire bans and backcountry travel bans on provincial land have been lifted, Manitoba government officials say.

Manitoba’s Conservation and Water Stewardship department has restored all fire permits.

Earlier this month, dry, warm and windy conditions increased the fire risk in southeastern Manitoba and led to backcountry travel restrictions.

READ MORE: Wind causes multiple grass fires, power outages in Manitoba

Municipal bans may still be in place and landowners should check with municipal offices, officials said.

READ MORE: Large fire kills man on farm near Halbstadt, Manitoba

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