A fire restriction is now in effect for the non-Forest Protection Area of Northern Sunrise County due to high fire hazard.
Prohibited:
· All outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas.
· The use of fireworks and exploding targets are also prohibited.
· No new fire permits will be issued
Allowed:
· Safe wood campfires (including charcoal briquettes) on private lands and in campgrounds.
· Backyard fire pits, charcoal briquette barbeques.
· Propane/ natural gas powered appliances.
· Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor.
· Use of burn barrels that are in good condition, have an expanded metal lid, and placed within a 1 meter non combustible ground perimeter
· Cooking, warming and lighting devices – all devices must be CSA approved and used as per manufacturer’s standards.
· Use of Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve. For more information, visit albertafirebans.ca