The County of Grande Prairie has issued a fire restriction for the entire region including the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley.
The restriction, which goes into effect at 7 a.m. Thursday, May 1st, was issued to align with Alberta Wildfire’s move to a fire restriction according to officials.
“The combination of higher winds, rising temperatures and lower relative humidity has created unfavourable conditions that make it much easier for fires to start and spread,” says County Fire Chief Trevor Grant.”
No new fire permits will be issued while the fire restriction is in effect, and only approved fire pits, burn barrels, or industrial bins may be used for burning, and only within proper enclosures.
Those who have currently active permits must follow all guidelines and safe burning practices, including always remaining on site until burning is complete.
The Fire Restriction replaces the former Fire Advisory issued on April 15.
