By Josh Hall | @Vancan19

fire prevention still key

Fire restriction reduced in Lacombe County

Oct 27, 2025 | 11:15 AM

Due to recent cooler weather, Lacombe County has reduced its fire restriction to a fire advisory.

The municipality does note the fire danger remains high or very high in areas of the county, and residents are urged to use extreme caution and prioritize fire prevention rules when burning.

At this time, Lacombe County continues to issue fire permits for minor burns; however, permits for large-scale burn activities will not be approved until conditions improve. Minor burns are less than 500 sq. ft. or approximately 50 sq. m.

What is permitted?

a) Minor burns, as per conditions of the fire permit.
b) Recreation fires*
c) Portable propane fire pits
d) Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
e) Catalytic or infrared-style heaters

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*Recreation fires includes those in campgrounds, private lands, and backyards. Fires must be contained within a metal, brick, or rock fire ring and comply with Lacombe County’s Fire Bylaw.

• Minimum 3.3 metres (10 feet) clearance from buildings, property lines and combustible materials is maintained;

• Only wood, charcoal, or briquettes, manufactured fire logs, fireplace pellets, propane or natural gas is used;

• Placement on a rock, gravel, sand, or other non-combustible surface extending at least one metre around the fire;

• A responsible person must attend the fire at all times and ensure it is extinguished before leaving;

• Adequate water must be available on site to fully extinguish the fire.

For the latest updates on fire advisories, restrictions, or bans, visit www.albertafirebans.ca, or check www.lacombecounty.com for local updates.

According to AlbertaFireBans.ca, as of 11 a.m. Oct. 27:

Red Deer County, County of Stettler, and the Bashaw area are all under a fire restriction.

Lacombe County, Ponoka County, the Rimbey area, Rocky Mountain House, Kneehill County and Starland County are all under a fire advisory.