Current Status: All Fire Restrictions Lifted as of June 19, 2023 at 3 p.m.
The County of Grande Prairie Lifts All Fire Restrictions
Due to cooler temperatures and significant rainfall, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service has lifted the Fire Restriction that was put in place on June 14 for the entire County, along with the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley.
Recent and forecasted rainfall has allowed the previous restriction to be removed; however, officials are still urging residents to practice extreme caution this fire season.
Residents are reminded that permits are required during the fire season. Burning is not permitted when winds reach, or are forecasted to reach, 12 km per hour or higher.
Details and any updates will be available at www.countygp.ab.ca/fireban. View all current fire advisories, restrictions and bans in place across the province at www.albertafirebans.ca.
Details and any updates to the restriction will be available at www.countygp.ab.ca/fireban. View all current fire restrictions and bans in place across the province at www.albertafirebans.ca.
For safe burning practices, visit www.countygp.ab.ca/fire or contact Regional Fire Service at 780-532-9727.
- Fire Restriction: A fire restriction prohibits the use of wood campfires on public land but does allow wood campfires inside provincial campgrounds and private property. Fire permits may be restricted, suspended, or cancelled and no new fire permits will be issued.
- Fire Ban: A fire ban prohibits wood campfires on public land, campgrounds, and private land including backyard fire pits. Fire permits will be suspended or cancelled, and no new permits will be issued.
Information Number
If you are unsure how this restriction may affect you, contact the County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Fire Protection Office at 780-532-9727.
Fire Hazard Levels
Depending on the conditions, the County of Grande Prairie uses the following tiered system to temporarily limit activities that may lead to wildfires. Fire advisories, restrictions or bans can reduce human-cause wildfires.
| Fire Hazard Level | Description |
|---|---|
|
Fire Ban |
A fire ban prohibits wood campfires on public land, campgrounds, and private land including backyard fire pits. Fire permits will be suspended or cancelled, and no new permits will be issued. |
| Fire Restriction | A fire restriction prohibits the use of wood campfires on public land but does allow wood campfires inside provincial campgrounds and private property. Fire permits may be restricted, suspended, or cancelled and no new fire permits will be issued. |
| Fire Advisory | A fire advisory is issued if the fire danger rating has increased. Fire permits may be restricted. Safe campfires are allowed in campgrounds and backcountry or random camping areas, but this level is a warning they may be restricted if the situation doesn't improve. |
| No Restriction | Normal burning rules apply. |
- Contact your area Fire Guardian for information on permits, safe burning practices, and more.
- Learn more about how Fire permits are issued in the County of Grande Prairie.
Provincial Resources
View all current fire restrictions and bans in place across the province at www.albertafirebans.ca. Subscribe to be notified of alerts in your area.
Visit Alberta Agriculture and Forestry to find more information about campfires, wildfires, burning and protection of our provincial forests.