The Town of Cobourg says approximately 150 large hay bales caught fire on Thursday afternoon, prompting the closure of Workman Road between County Road 2 (King Street East) and Elgin Street East.
Firefighters from the Cobourg, Hamilton Township and Alnwick/Haldimand fire departments used tanker trucks to fight the blaze.
The incident comes as Cobourg remains under an Orange Air Quality Warning because of smoke from ongoing wildfires.
Lakelands Public Health is reminding residents to limit their exposure to poor air quality by keeping windows and doors closed, using air filtration where possible and reducing strenuous outdoor activity. Those at greater risk, including seniors, children and people with heart or lung conditions, are encouraged to remain indoors as much as possible.
