The City of Grande Prairie is joining the County in lifting the fire restriction due to favourable conditions.
As of May 30th the recent rainfall has resulted in low wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Officials say while a fire could still ignite, it is not expected to spread to deeper vegetation layers or larger fuels like trees.
City Fire Marshal Chris Renyk says recent weather conditions have “significantly” reduced the fire risk in the area; however, wildfire mitigation remains a top priority for both firefighters and residents.
“We encourage residents to continue practicing fire safety to maintain this low risk,” he says.
Despite the lift, fire permits are still required for backyard fire pits and can be purchased from Access GP or by calling 311. Residents who choose to burn are reminded that all fire pits must comply with safety regulations to prevent any additional hazards.
