Lethbridge County has issued a Fire Ban, which has been upgraded from the existing Fire Restriction, due to the extreme fire risk in the region.
Under the Fire Ban, all burning is prohibited until further notice.
Not allowed:
- Recreational campfires
- Burning barrels and incinerators
- Charcoal briquette barbecues
- Any other open flame in a burn pit or pile (burning yard waste, burning that would normally require a fire permit)
- Fireworks
Still permitted are:
- Gas or propane heaters, stoves and barbecues that are CSA approved or ULC certified
- Wood pellet grills
- Gas or propane firepits/rings that are CSA approved or ULC certified
“This Fire Ban reflects how serious current conditions are,” said Director of Emergency Services Heath Wright.
“Dry vegetation across the region means even a small, contained fire can spread quickly with just one spark. Under the Fire Ban, all burning is prohibited until conditions improve. It’s a straightforward precaution to protect the community,” Wright added.
