Due to continued dry & windy weather conditions, Rocky View County Fire Services is increasing the fire risk status into a FIRE BAN for both East and West regions of Rocky View County, effective immediately.
All current burn barrel usage and wood burning fires and are to be extinguished immediately. Fires should be extinguished using the “soak, stir, soak and monitor” method to confirm they are fully out.
This Ban will remain in effect as long as high-risk conditions remain.
During a FIRE BAN, all burning and fireworks permits are suspended, and BURNING IS BANNED, with the following exceptions:
- Indoor household fireplaces
- Camp stoves (properly attended)
- Barbecues (charcoal briquettes, propane, or natural gas)
- Wood pellet grills
- Propane/natural gas fire pit
- Oil well flaring (registration required -- call 403-264-1022)
For details on specific fire restrictions during a ban, visit our Fire Bans & Advisories webpage.
For information on fire bans and advisories in other areas of the province, visit AlbertaFireBans.ca.