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Check your winter burns
As spring takes hold it's time to check your winter burns. Revisit them to ensure they are extinguished. Snow will not put out a fire. A fire left smouldering can continue to burn under the snow all winter and re-emerge as a wildfire in the spring.
Follow these tips to prevent wildfires this spring:
Check your burn site multiple times in the following weeks to ensure it has not reignited.
Fire Permits are required
From March 1st to October 31st, a fire permit is required for any type of burning in the Forest Protection Area. A campfire for cooking or warming does not require a fire permit.
To request your free fire permit call the Fort McMurray Forestry Office at 780-743-7125.
If you spot a wildfire, call 310-FIRE!
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