Stettler Regional Fire Department Release
As a result of the Current weather conditions the County of Stettler is lifting the Fire Ban. A FIRE RESTRICTION will remain in effect as of 10:00 am on May 15, 2025.
The precipitation the County Received over the past week has helped to reduce the fire hazard in our area. The current weather forecast does not indicate any additional significant precipitation in the upcoming weeks and the fuel moisture content can fluctuate over a short period of time, therefore the FIRE RESTRICTION will remain.
There are restrictions on burning during this time. Please consider the following:
- No NEW PERMITS will be issued. Burning of windrows and any brush piles is prohibited.
- 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.
Conditions will be monitored. We will update the public on any changes.
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
Troy Auton, County of Stettler Fire Chief
Author: PressRelease
