Lacombe County issues fire advisory

The following activities are allowed during the Fire Advisory:

• Minor burns, as per conditions of the fire permit.

• Recreation fires*

• Portable propane fire pits

• Gas or propane stoves and barbecues

• Catalytic or infrared-style heaters

*Recreation fires include 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.

Safety Reminders:

• Off-Highway Vehicles can start wildfires. Frequently check to ensure hotspots are free of debris and make sure mufflers and spark arrestors are working properly.

• Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it, and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

• Safely dispose of cigarette butts. Disposing of cigarette butts, as they can easily light dried brush and grass.

• Check previously completed burns to ensure they are fully extinguished, as these can smoulder beneath the surface and reignite if conditions deteriorate

This Fire Advisory may be upgraded to a Fire Restriction or Fire Ban at any time and will remain in place until conditions improve.

For the latest updates on fire advisories, restrictions, or bans:

• Visit www.albertafirebans.ca

• Or check www.lacombecounty.com for local updates

by rdnewsNOW staff

Lacombe County issues fire advisory

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