Manitoba Conservation said burning permits have been cancelled in some parts of the province where conditions have made fire dangers high.

According to the province, burning permits will not be issued for central and eastern regions of Manitoba, as well as some western areas.

Any permits that have been issued are now cancelled, the province said.

Higher than average temperatures and increasing winds are to blame for pushing fire dangers into high in some areas of the province.

The province said this affects areas from the United States border in the south through the Interlake region, to Gypsumville and Berena Rivers in the north and east of the Ontario border.

The Turtle Mountain and Spruce Woods provincial park areas, as well as the west shore of Lake Winnipegosis to the Saskatchewan border, are also affected. This includes the Duck Mountains and Porcupne Hills, and north to Overflowing River.

The public should check with its local municipality for any additional burning restrictions, officials said.

The province said campfires are allowed within enclosed, approved fire pits.

Travelers, hunters, hikers, and anyone in wooded or grassland areas, are asked to be careful around potential fire sources until conditions improve.

All-terrain vehicle riders are asked to stay on developed trails, stop to frequently check areas around the engine for engine and exhaust debris, and carefully dispose of any debris found.

Fires can be reported to Manitoba Conservation by calling 1-800-782-0076.