Effective 09:00 A.M. – August 27, 2025
County of Stettler Press Release:
As a result of the extended current heat conditions, lack of forecasted precipitation and underlying ground and moisture conditions, the fire advisory issued for the County of Stettler on July 23, 2025 is being upgraded to a FIRE RESTRICTION effective 09:00 on August 27, 2025.
The current weather forecast does not indicate any additional significant precipitation in the upcoming weeks and the underlying ground and moisture conditions remain low, therefore the FIRE RESTRICTION will be maintained
There are limitations on burning at this time. Please consider the following:
- NEW FIRE PERMITS will NOT be issued for the duration of this FIRE RESTRICTION;
- ALLOWS ESSENTIAL BURNING in burning barrels that are constructed of non-combustible material that have a tight-fitting metal mesh screen with openings not larger than 13 mm;
- ALLOWS backyard fire pits, and safe wood campfires contained by non-combustible material with a metal mesh screen with openings no larger than 13 mm. Portable propane fire pits, gas or propane stoves and barbecues.
Off-highway vehicles and farming equipment can start wildfires – INSPECT YOUR EQUIPMENT frequently to ensure hot spots are free of debris, and make sure mufflers and spark arrestors are working properly.
This FIRE RESTRICTION does not apply to:
- Fires, which are contained within cooking and heating appliances and which are fueled by propane, natural gas or wood pellets
- Fires contained within industrial facilities for operational purposes
- Approved Gas/Propane fueled fire pits/stoves/barbecues
- Catalytic or infrared-style heaters
Conditions will be monitored. We will update the public on any changes. This FIRE RESTRICTION will remain in effect until further notice.
For more information contact SRFD at 403-742-4441 or visit www.albertafirebans.ca
Ivan Dijkstra, County Fire Manager
Author: PressRelease
