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Is there a burn ban in Saint John County today?

New Brunswick · Monday, October 12, 2026

No

No — there is no burn ban in Saint John County right now

Burning permitted

Checked · New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources (Fire Watch)

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New Brunswick burn bans today

Albert County: Burning permittedCarleton County: Burning permittedCharlotte County: Burning permittedGloucester County: Burning permittedKent County: Burning permittedKings County: Burning permittedMadawaska County: Burning permittedNorthumberland County: Burning permittedQueens County: Burning permittedRestigouche County: Burning permittedSunbury County: Burning permittedVictoria County: Burning permittedWestmorland County: Burning permittedYork County: Burning permittedSaint John County: Burning permitted
  • Burn ban
  • Restriction / advisory
  • No ban

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Nearby counties

None of the 8 closest counties has a burn ban.

Questions about burning in Saint John County

Is there a burn ban in Saint John County today?

No. New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources (Fire Watch) lists Saint John County as “Burning permitted”. Status checked Oct 12, 6:31 AM ADT.

Can I have a campfire or burn brush in Saint John County?

No burn ban is reported, but local bylaws still apply: many municipalities need a fire permit for brush or open burning, and fire pits must meet size and distance rules. Never leave a fire unattended.

Who issues burn bans in New Brunswick?

The Department of Natural Resources sets the burn category for each county daily at 2 pm during fire season. Restricted burning means fires only from 8 pm to 8 am; municipalities can have stricter bylaws.

Where does this information come from?

From New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources (Fire Watch), checked every hour on Burn Ban Today. Confirm with Saint John County or your local fire department before burning.