Due to current and forecasted extremely dry weather conditions, Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services say they are issuing a Fire Restriction for the area of Brazeau County and the Town of Drayton Valley, effective as of Tuesday, April 23, at 8:00 a.m.
Officials say outdoor burning is only permitted in approved fire pits or approved burning appliances.
Existing fire permits are still valid but no permit extensions will be granted and no new fire permits will be issued until conditions improve.
Under this restriction, officials say the following burning activities are still allowed:
- Safe wood campfires in approved fire pits
- Portable propane fire pits
- Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
- Charcoal and pellet barbeques
- Catalytic or infrared-style heater
- Approved and certified incinerators (for agricultural use)
Residents with questions or concerns are being asked to contact the Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services during regular business hours at 780-514-2216.
More information can be found on the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard, the Alberta Fire Bans website and the Emergency Alert section of the Alberta website.
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