N.S. bans hiking, use of vehicles in woods as dry conditions raise wildfire risk
The Nova Scotia government has announced it's banning hiking, camping, fishing and use of vehicles such as ATVs in the woods as of 4 p.m. Tuesday due to an elevated wildfire risk.
Camping in campgrounds is still permitted, but trail systems through woods are off-limits under the new rules.
The rules are in place for provincial Crown and private land until Oct. 15 or until weather conditions allow them to be lifted.
The fine for violating the ban is $25,000.
The public can still access beaches and parks, except for trail systems.
Fire Danger Rating via Canadian Wildland Fire Information System.
This article was originally published for CBC News.