Fire ban remains in place for Rocky View

Cochrane may have reduced its fire status to an advisory, but so far, a fire ban remains in effect for Rocky View County.

That means incinerators for farm and acreage use, burning barrels, chimeneas, and recreational campfires are prohibited.

Fires contained within facilities and appliances in designated camping and recreational areas are also a no-no, and outstanding burning and fireworks permits are suspended until further notice.

On the bright side, properly attended BBQs and camp stoves remain OK to use with propane, natural gas, charcoal briquettes and wood pellets. Oil well flaring is allowed, providing it is properly registered