A fire advisory is now in effect for the Edson Forest Area due to warm, dry and windy conditions with no significant precipitation in the forecast.
Officials say exposed dry or dead grass and vegetation is posing a serious risk because a wildfire can easily ignite and spread quickly under these conditions.
The Province says fire permits are not required outside of wildfire season in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. However, officials want to remind residents and industry, that they are still responsible for all fires they ignite and should keep safe burning practices top of mind by following Alberta Wildfire’s guidelines.
These guidelines include:
- Carefully select your burn site and do not burn until you have good snow cover in the area.
- Check weather conditions and refrain from burning when an inversion is in place or is forecasted.
- Actively manage burn projects to reduce total burning time.
- Burn debris in stages so that you can adapt to changing weather conditions and reduce smoke.
- Ensure you have the right tools, water and equipment on hand to keep the burn under control.
- Consult your local municipality on how to safely undertake larger winter burning projects near communities or roads.
Officials note, municipalities, parks and protected areas may have additional fire safety requirements.
If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE. This fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.
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