A fire advisory is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area due to warm, dry, and windy conditions.

Under this advisory:

  • Existing fire permits are still valid but may be suspended or cancelled if dry conditions continue
  • New fire permits will still be issued on a case-by-case basis

Prohibited:

  • Any burning without a valid fire permit, 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

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 to ensure it is extinguished.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

Please visit Alberta Fire Bans to see a map of the exact area covered under this fire advisory.

The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Information provided by:Alberta Wildfire

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