Sturgeon County lifts OHV ban; fire restriction now in effect

The fire and off-highway vehicle ban issued earlier this month for Sturgeon County has been lifted.

Now the county, along with Fort Saskatchewan, Bon Accord, Legal, Morinville, and Redwater has also moved to a fire restriction.

Residents will now be able to use the following:

• Recreational firepits for warming or cooking
• OHVs and ATVs
• Charcoal/pellet barbecues
• Propane/natural gas barbecues
• Charcoal/pellet appliances, like smokers
• Propane/natural gas appliances, like patio heaters and fire tables
• Electric appliances, like smokers
• Outdoor fireplaces

However, open fires and fireworks are still not allowed under the fire restriction.

The county urges the public to use caution when working or driving in grassy areas and to keep vehicles clean and free of debris.

You can see what is and isn't allowed in a fire restriction by checking the chart below: