The wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area has been upgraded to high and a fire advisory is in place. According to Alberta Wildfire officials in the past week, wildfire crews have responded to several wildfire incidents.
The Monday, April 8th statement from Alberta Wildfire goes on to say, “Firefighters along with mutual aid partners have worked to extinguish fast-moving grass fires caused by escaped bush piling burning and careless fire. Wildfires can still start in cooler weather, especially in dry and windy conditions.”
Under the fire advisory, existing fire permits for the Grande Prairie Forest Area are still valid, however, new fire permits will still be issued on a case-by-case basis and no heavy fuel fire permits will be issued. Users are being warned that they may be suspended or cancelled if dry conditions continue.
This means any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire, is prohibited. However, things like safe wood campfires, backyard fire pits, and portable propane fire pits are still allowed.
