The City of Winnipeg will begin controlled burns in natural areas this week, weather permitting.
The city anticipates to conduct burns throughout the city until about June 12.
“We will only do so when wind conditions are suitable and with appropriate fire guards in place,” a press release said.
Controlled burns are conducted to preserve and restore prairie land, while preventing weeds from invading endangered plant communities.
The city has been carrying out controlled burns on tall grass prairies since 1986.
