Alert type
Fire Restriction
A fire restriction is in effect for a portion of the Peace River Forest Area. Under this restriction, all outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands. All fire permits issued within the boundaries of the restriction are now suspended.
Prohibited:
- Outdoor wood fires on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas
- Any burning, other than a campfire on private land
- Barbecue charcoal briquettes (on public land in the backcountry and in random camping areas)
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed:
- Safe wood campfires on private land, including provincial campgrounds with a designated fire ring
- Backyard firepits
- Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve or further escalation is required.
Report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE (310-3473)
Stay up to Date
Stay up to date on fire bans and advisories inside and outside the Peace River Forest Protection Area by:
- Visiting the Alberta Fire Bans website
- Downloading the Alberta Fire Bans app and enabling notifications for the County of Northern Lights area
- Subscribing to Peace River Forest Protection Area updates on the Government of Alberta website
- Remember to check 511 Alberta for potential road closures before hitting the road!