The wildfire danger for the Grande Prairie Forest Area is High. Our area has received light scattered rain and cooler temperatures but very high wind and dry standing grass does remain a concern. Areas of dry grass will ignite easily and spread quickly, creating erratic, hard to control wildfire; please use extreme caution. Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473)
The existing Fire Advisory will remain in place for our area. Every precaution is needed to ensure no new wildfires are started placing additional strain on the province's firefighting resources. High winds can cause extreme fire behavior and allow fires to grow rapidly. Residents and visitors to the Grande Prairie Forest Area are urged to be extra cautious with any burning at this time.
For more information visit Alberta Fire Bans
The Fire Advisory has been updated for the Grande Prairie Forest Area effective May 18, 2018.
- No new fire permits will be issued.
- Current permits remain valid, however please postpone any non-essential burning and follow the condition on the permit closely.
- Safe campfires are allowed.
Check Alberta Fire Bans for the most up to date information on advisories, restrictions and bans in your area. The Forest and Prairie Protection Act include fines up to $287 for abandoning campfires as well as for using fireworks and exploding targets in forested areas. Learn more about updates to the act and fine amounts here. Be sure to put out your campfire before leaving. Soak it, stir it and soak it again.
ALBERTA WILDFIRE INFORMATION
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Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer
Mobile: (780) 832 7235
kelly.burke@gov.ab.ca