Grande Prairie Area Update

Grande Prairie Area Update October 26, 2022

Posted on Wed, Oct 26, 2022

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The wildfire danger is HIGH for the Grande Prairie Forest Area.  Wildfires can spread quickly under windy conditions.  It is important while living, working or recreating in Alberta’s forests to be careful with all fires, and if it's windy don't burn!

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 Wildfire Situation | October 26, 2022 - 4:00 p.m.

Permits are required October 31, 2022. Burning is not permitted during windy conditions. Remember you must evaluate the weather at your specific location. Get a permit and follow the conditions. You can be held responsible if a fire escapes the burn permit area.

Since January 1, 2022 there have been 80 wildfires burning over 105 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. At this time, 78 of these fires have been extinguished and two are listed as under control. For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta visit Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.

 

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A FIRE ADVISORY is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area. 
  
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions, all fire permits are suspended with the exception of current burn barrel, incinerators, smudges and smoke house permits. New fire permits will not be issued until conditions improve. Essential burning will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 
  
Prohibited: 
• Without a valid fire permit, any burning other than a campfire is prohibited 
  
Allowed: 
• Safe wood campfires *
• Backyard fire pits
• Portable propane fire pits
• Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
• Catalytic or infrared-style heaters
*Safe wood campfires - should be within a metal, brick, or rock fire ring. They are required to: 
a)  be on rock, gravel, sand, or another non-combustible surface that extends at least one metre around the fire; 
b)  have a responsible person in attendance to keep fire under control at all times and extinguish before leaving; 
c)  have on hand enough water on site to extinguish the fire. Safe wood campfires on private lands include private land campgrounds and private land recreation areas; and 
d)  Municipalities, Parks and protected areas may have additional fire safety requirements. 
  
Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch. If you see a wildfire report it by calling 310-FIRE. 
 
 

Recruitment - firefighters

Alberta Wildfire is hiring

We are now accepting applications for a variety of roles for the 2023 wildfire season. The deadline for wildfire crews member application is November 30, 2022. All candidates must have a valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR, a Driver's License, a Defensive Driving Certificate, and be able to pass the WFX-Fit test. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/2Y9aZ26.


Fire Permits

Before you burn it, get a fire permit. Fire permits are required for any type of burning in the Forest Protection Area (FPA). The only exception is for a cooking or warming campfire. Anyone living outside the FPA can contact their municipality for information about local fire permit requirements.
Albertans living or working in the Forest Protection Area of the province can request a free fire permit by contacting your local forestry office or using the online Fire Permit Portal. 

County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648
Spirit River - (780) 814-1983
Valleyview - (780) 524-6576

 

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