"Alberta Agriculture and Forestry along with the Sturgeon Lake Fire Department is currently conducting a hazard reduction burn in the community of Sturgeon Lake First Nation. Burning will continue until weather permits or the burn is complete. Spring hazard reduction burning will lessen the risk of man-caused fires and help protect homes and community infrastructure from future wildfires. Removing fine fuel loading along ditches, open fields, ATV trails and other recreation areas is another step in making this community Firesmart." (Alberta Wilderfire).
When building a fire, ensure that the fire is adequately supervised and it is a size that you can control. Be sure to have your permit ready to show and follow its conditions. Your permit will also list the tools and equipment to put out spot fires your large fire may create. It is essential you have those on hand.
"Watch for sparks and burning material that may result in smaller spot fires. Large fires can send sparks over several kilometer, especially when burning in the wind. If wind gusts over 15km/hour or increase beyond the limit on your permit, immediately extinguish your fire." (Alberta Wildfire).
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