Effective at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service will downgrade the Fire Ban to a Fire Restriction for the entire County, along with the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley.
Thanks to recent rainfall and cooler temperatures, wildfire danger across the region has decreased, with the Grande Prairie Forest Area now rated moderate. These improved conditions make it less likely for new wildfires to start or spread. The County will continue to monitor weather conditions and fire risk in the coming days and reassess the restriction level as needed.
Permitted burning is restricted to approved recreational fire pits, approved burn barrels, and propane fired appliances (barbecues, smokers, and fire pits).
Those who have an approved permit must follow permit guidelines and safe burning practices, including always remaining on site until the burning is complete. Residents are reminded that burning is never permitted when winds reach, or are forecasted to reach, 12 km per hour or higher.
Residents are also encouraged to check any winter burn piles to ensure they are completely extinguished.
Details and any updates to the restriction will be available at www.countygp.ab.ca/fireban. View all current fire restrictions and bans in place across the province at www.albertafirebans.ca.
For safe burning practices, visit www.countygp.ab.ca/fire or contact the Regional Fire Service at 780-532-9727.
Information provided by the County of Grande Prairie