Following the implementation of a fire restriction in the County of Grande Prairie on Thursday, the city has also issued a fire restriction for the municipality,.
Officials say the measure is necessary due to very dry conditions.
Under the prohibition, all outdoor fires not contained within a suitable fire pit, wood campfires in backcountry camping areas, and the use of fireworks and exploding targets are not permitted.
“This restriction is intended to prevent human-caused wildfires, especially while we have limited availability to contain them due to weather and fuel conditions,” says City of Grande Prairie Fire Department Fire Marshal Chris Renyk.
“We ask that all residents exercise caution and take proactive steps to help keep our community safe from wildfires.”
Safe wood campfires within a suitable fire ring, backyard fire pits, portable propane fire pits, gas and propane stoves, barbecues, catalytic or infrared-style heaters, and the use of propane, natural gas, or electrically powered cooking, heating, and lighting appliances are allowed when used safely.
The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve.
