Post date: Jul 03, 2016 1:51:30 AM
Effective Thursday, June 30, 2016, at 11 a.m., in accordance with MCL 29.7(a) of the Michigan Fire Prevention Code, the Charter Township of Canton has issued a temporary ban on the use of fireworks and recreational fires on all properties, until further notice.
The temporary order has been issued due to dry conditions promoting danger to persons or property in the community. Canton's current fire danger rating is listed as "Extreme" by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The Charter Township of Canton will continue to monitor conditions, and lift the bank when appropriate to do so.
Individuals are advised to comply with this order until further notice.
Joshua C. Meier
Director of Canton Township Public Safety