Although dry conditions have improved after some much-needed rain, some areas of Central Alberta still have fire advisories.
Here is a list of fire restrictions and advisories:
Lacombe County
There are currently no fire restrictions or advisories for Lacombe County.
County of Wetaskiwin
The County of Wetaskiwin is under a fire restriction.
Under the fire restriction, all outdoor fires not contained within a fire ring, wood campfires in the backcountry of random camping areas, and fireworks are prohibited.
What is allowed:
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Safe wood campfires within fire rings
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Backyard fire pits and burn barrels on private land
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BBQs and Smokers that use solid fuels (wood chips or pellets, charcoal briquettes)
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Propane, Natural Gas, or Electrically powered cooking, heating, and lighting appliances
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Open flame oil devices (turkey deep fryers, tiki torches)
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Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor
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Pellet fueled appliances
Ponoka-Ponoka County-Summer Village of Parkland Beach-Rimbey
A fire advisory is in place.
Under the current fire advisory, firework permits, and open burn permits (for large industrial users only) will be approved on a case-by-case basis in the Town of Ponoka.
The Fire Advisory will be amended or lifted as circumstances change.
What is allowed:
• Bylaw-compliant backyard fire pits with a mesh screen and attended at all times
• BBQs (propane/charcoal briquette) and smokers
• Gas and liquid-powered appliances (stoves, lanterns, and propane fire rings).
When using fire pits, citizens are urged to never leave a fire pit unattended. An ‘under control’ fire can change in a matter of seconds or minutes. Be aware of the weather conditions at all times and be sure to completely extinguish the flames and hot embers after you are done using your fire pit.
Red Deer County
A fire advisory remains in effect for Red Deer County.
Individuals conducting open burns are advised to use extreme caution and continuously monitor conditions.
Residents are reminded that residential fire pits and any burn operations must comply with the Red Deer County Fire Services Bylaw.
Mountain View County
There are currently no fire restrictions or advisories within Mountain View County.
Clearwater County
A fire advisory is in effect.
What is allowed:
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Safe wood campfires are allowed on private land, including backyard fire pits
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Charcoal briquette barbeques
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Gas and liquid-powered appliances (stoves, lanterns, and propane fire rings)
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Open flame oil devices (turkey deep fryers and tiki torches)
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Indoor wood fires (such as inside a facility, building, tent, or RV) and contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor
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Cooking, warming, and lighting devices – all devices must be CSA-approved and used per the manufacturer’s standards
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Users are still responsible for the care and attendance of all devices and should reduce their use during fire restrictions and bans
County of Stettler
A fire advisory is in effect.
The county advises the public to use extreme caution and that only necessary burning occurs. Be aware of the weather conditions at all times while burning. Extinguish your fire if the change in weather increases the hazard of an open fire. Never leave a fire unattended. Make sure you have the appropriate water and equipment to properly extinguish your fire.
What is allowed:
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Essential burning in burning barrels that are constructed of non-combustible material that have a tight-fitting metal mesh screen with openings
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Backyard fire pits, and safe wood campfires contained by non-combustible material with a metal mesh screen with openings.
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Portable propane fire pits, gas or propane stoves, and barbecues
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