May 23, 2002 * Agriculture and Forestry [to Oct 2003]The Department of Agriculture and Forestry has issued a warning about the dangers of forest fires in Prince Edward Island at the present time. The forest fire index is high to extreme across the province. As of Thursday afternoon, as many as five forest fires are currently underway, and high wind conditions are creating hazardous conditions. Fire crews from the department, along with local volunteer fire brigades, are battling the blazes. The department is advising Islanders not to start outdoor fires under any conditions. Media Contact: Ken Mayhew