07/16/2026
⚠️ PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE – BLACK HENBANE FOUND ⚠️
Black Henbane (Hyoscyamus niger) has been identified along the shores and extending into the grasslands around Lake Diefenbaker in the RM of Victory No. 226.
⚠️ Black Henbane is a highly poisonous plant that poses a serious risk to people, livestock, pets, and wildlife. All parts of the plant—including the leaves, flowers, stems, seeds, and roots—contain toxic compounds.
If you encounter Black Henbane:
🚫 Do not touch the plant with bare hands.
🧤 If handling is necessary, wear gloves, long sleeves, long pants, and eye protection.
😷 Avoid inhaling dust from dried plants or seeds.
🚫 Do not burn the plant, as smoke and particles may be hazardous.
🐄 Keep livestock and pets away from infested areas.
👧 Supervise children and teach them never to pick or eat unknown plants.
🧼 Wash your hands thoroughly and clean any tools or clothing that come into contact with the plant.
Signs of poisoning in people may include:
• Dry mouth and difficulty swallowing
• Dilated pupils and blurred vision
• Rapid heartbeat
• Flushed, hot, dry skin
• Confusion, agitation, hallucinations, or delirium
• Severe cases may lead to seizures, coma, or death
Signs of poisoning in animals may include:
• Excessive thirst
• Dilated pupils
• Rapid heartbeat
• Staggering or weakness
• Tremors or excitement
• Difficulty breathing
• Collapse or death in severe cases
❗ If you suspect a person or animal has ingested Black Henbane, seek medical or veterinary assistance immediately.
Please help protect our community by sharing this information. If you observe additional patches of Black Henbane around Lake Diefenbaker or elsewhere in the RM of Victory No. 226, report the location to our w**d inspector Mathew Hanke or the RM of Victory No 226
office 306-859-2270 or [email protected]
Stay alert. Stay safe
