Lac La Biche Forest Area

A Fire Restriction is in effect for the Lac La Biche Forest Area.

We urge residents to use extreme caution if you're recreating in areas of dry grass.

LAC LA BICHE FOREST AREA FIRE DANGER RATING

The wildfire danger in the Lac La Biche Forest Area is VERY HIGH. Dry grass will ignite quickly. Any spark, hot exhaust or friction can start a wildfire.

FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT

A fire restriction is in effect for Lac La Biche Forest Area due to high fire hazard.

Under this restriction:

· Existing fire permits are suspended and no new fire permits will be issued.

· Safe wood campfires within fire rings in campgrounds are allowed

· Essential burning may be allowed with written permission from a forest officer

Prohibited:

· All outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas. The use of fireworks and exploding targets are also prohibited.

Allowed:

· Safe wood campfires (including charcoal briquettes) on private lands and in provincial campgrounds.

· Backyard fire pits, charcoal briquette barbeques.

· Propane/ natural gas powered appliances.

· Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor.

· Cooking, warming and lighting devices – all devices must be CSA approved and used as per manufacturer’s standards.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Please visit albertafirebans.ca to see a map of the exact area covered under this Fire Restriction.

WILDFIRE SITUATION

Since January 1, 2023, there has been 81 wildfires in the Lac La Biche Forest Area burning approximately 298 ha.

To view active wildfires in the Lac La Biche area on a map, visit the Alberta Wildfire status page.

PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE INFORMATION

Since January 1, 2023 in the Forest Protection Area, there have been 268 wildfires burning a total of approximately 910 ha.

PLEASE USE CAUTION

Due to the current conditions of rising temperatures and possible windy conditions we're asking everyone to be careful when enjoying the outdoors. There is a large amount of dry grass in high hazard areas in the forest area and we all need to do our part to be mindful of campfires and use of off-highway vehicles during this time. You can help us by:

reporting smoke or flame in the forest by calling 310-FIRE (3473)
avoid using heavy machinery that could ignite a fire in areas of dry grass
carrying water and fire fighting equipment with you if you need to use your off-highway vehicle or while working with heavy equipment
having a safe cooking or warming fire in a spot free of fine fuels and low-hanging branches on bare mineral soil. Always carry a shovel and water with you when having a campfire outdoors
clearing hotspots on your OHV and stopping often to cool down the machine

We ask that residents stay informed and continue to exercise caution when in the forest.

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WILDFIRE INFORMATION

The Alberta Wildfire website is available at wildfire.alberta.ca.

Download the Alberta Wildfire app today and get access to accurate, real-time information on wildfires in your area. You can also find information on fire advisories, restrictions and bans across the province and much more all on your mobile device.

Available for Apple and Android.

Before heading out, please check albertafirebans.ca to determine whether there are any fire advisories, fire restrictions or fire bans in effect for your destination.

For more information please contact:

Provincial Information Officer
780-420-1968

wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca

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