Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services have issued a fire restriction for Brazeau County and the Town of Drayton Valley due to recent hot and dry weather conditions.
It went into effect at 8 a.m. on Sept. 23.
Officials say a fire restriction is implemented when the fire hazard in the area is high to very high and a fire can easily start from most causes.
Under the restriction, outdoor burning is only permitted in approved fire pits or approved burning appliances. Existing fire permits are still valid but no new ones will be issued until the restriction is lifted.
Permitted activities include:
- Safe wood campfires in approved fire pits
- Portable propane fire pits
- Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
- Charcoal and pellet barbecues
- Catalytic or infrared-style heaters
- Approved and certified incinerators (for agricultural use)
Visit the Alberta Fire Bans website for the most up-to-date information on fire bans in your area.
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