Peace River Area Update

Wildfire Hazard Increased To Moderate

Posted on Fri, Aug 12, 2016

gfx-hsb-wildfiredangerupdate-moderate.jpgThe fire hazard increased to MODERATE this weekend. Temperatures will be in the high to mid twenties range with no rain expected. There will be a continued chance of lightning, meaning an elevated risk of multiple wildfires starting throughout the area. Firefighters, heavy equipment, aircraft and support resources have all been strategically placed throughout the Peace River Forest Area in preparation for any new wildfire starts.

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Please help firefighters by doing your part to prevent human caused wildfires and help response time by calling 310-FIRE

Before you burn it, get your permit

  • Fire permits are free and available at your local Agriculture and Forestry office.
  • Call 780-624-6190 for information and a free fire permit. 
  • Please check the area weather forecast and ensure the winds will be within the conditions stated on your permit before burning.
  • Stay up to date by checking the daily fire weather forecast about wildfire hazard in your area.

 

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Be aware of your surroundings, the weather and always carry a collapsible shovel and pail with you when traveling through the Forest Protection Area. Please Do not rinse off your OHV in streams or other water bodies.

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  • Ensure that you light your campfire in a proper and adequate campfire ring.
  • Do not leave your campfire unattended, especially if it is windy or there is dry grass nearby.
    Please COMPLETELY extinguish your campfire before leaving it unattended.
  • Simply soak it thoroughly, stir it up and then soak it thoroughly again until you no longer feel heat when holding your hand ABOVE the ashes .

 

For more information

Information contact:

Kelly Burke - Wildfire Information Officer

780 832- 7235