Parry Sound-Muskoka MPP Norm Miller is wishing everyone a safe long weekend on two fronts – COVID-19 and fire safety.
Miller says that while some outdoor activities are now permitted via the Province’s three-step reopening plan announcement on Thursday, he reiterated Dr. Adalsteinn Brown’s comments regarding the most recent health modelling.
“While he did say outdoor activities are much safer, he stated that if you are engaging in these activities with anyone outside your household you should either maintain that six-foot physical distance or wear a mask,” says Miller.
The MPP also points out another local risk this Victoria Day Weekend is that of fires.
“It has been an unusually dry spring so far and the fire rating in parts of Parry Sound-Muskoka is high, meaning no daytime burning is allowed,” states the MPP’s Friday release. “Over the past week the area has seen a number of small bush and grass fires, at least one believed to have been started by a campfire that was not properly put out. Happily, all the fires have been controlled and put out thanks to the hard work of local fire departments.”
“Finally I want to wish everyone a safe Victoria Day Weekend,” adds Miller. “Please be careful this weekend, both in terms of observing public health measures and in terms of fires. If you have a campfire, please ensure it is completely out. Our local volunteer firefighters deserve a long weekend as well.”
Photo of MPP Norm Miller via Matt Sitler, Country 102