The City of Grande Prairie has joined the county in downgrading the Fire Ban in place for the municipality to a Fire Restriction thanks to recent precipitation in the region.
The Grande Prairie Fire Department says while a ban is no longer in place, stringent fire-related restrictions remain in place.
Among the restrictions, no open burning fires are allowed during this time, while small supervised fires in approved fire pits are allowed; however, campfires on public lands are still not permitted. Barbecues, smokers, propane or natural gas-fired appliances, and indoor wood fires remain permitted as long as they are used cautiously.
While the region has enjoyed favourable conditions for the past few days, residents are still urged to remain diligent in reporting any wildfire or smoke by calling 310-FIRE.
