Fire Bans

Current Status: Fire Advisory Lifted, October 31, 2025

 

Effective at 3 p.m. today, Friday, October 31, 2025, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service will be lifting the Fire Advisory that was put in place on October 2 for the entire County, along with the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley.  

Due to cooler temperatures and the changing season, the County will not have any advisories in place as the fire danger in the region is now low.   

Residents are encouraged to check any burn piles from the past winter to ensure they are completely extinguished.   

For safe burning practices, visit www.countygp.ab.ca/fire or contact Regional Fire Service at 780-532-9727. 

Fire Hazard Levels

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. New fire permits can be issued but 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.

Contact Us

Regional Fire Service
10808 100 Ave
Clairmont, AB
T8X 5B2

Phone: 780-532-9727

 

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