While there aren't any fire advisories or bans in the area, it is still important to be fire smart.
Both the M.D. of Willow Creek and the Foothills Fire Department are reminding people to be careful when having a fire, due to the dry grass in the area and high winds we are expected to have.
The warm temperatures on top of the rapid snowmelt have resulted in dead and dry vegetation being exposed, which can be ignited easily and become an intense and fast-moving wildfire.
The Foothills Fire Department is reminding people to be mindful when they are outdoors and to dispose of cigarettes properly, avoid parking vehicles on dry grass, check to make sure chains on trailers are done up correctly so they don't create sparks, and if you are having a fire, it's best to follow all local regulations and never leave the fire unattended.
On top of that, the M.D. of Willow Creek is urging residents to go back to previous burn sites to make sure the fire is completely out and cold to the touch.
No heat and no smoke, equals no risk.
While burning in the M.D. of Willow Creek, they are asking people to always monitor their fire, and that includes fires in burn barrels and recreational campfires.
As of Thursday, Feb. 27, Foothills County and the M.D. of Willow Creek don't have a fire advisory or ban, the City of Lethbridge issued a fire ban today, and Lethbridge County issued a Fire advisory on Wednesday, Feb. 26.
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