Todays fire rating is Extreme
Current Fire Rating:Extreme
Fire Rating: Fire Ban and Off Highway Vehicle Restriction
UPDATED: April 30, 2024
The Fire Ban and OHV Restriction remains in effect for Smoky Lake County. Fire Crews have responded to wildfires 25 out of the 30 days in April. Though rain received throughout the region has helped reduce the risk of wildfire, the Fire Ban and OHV restriction will remain in effect until vegetation turns green and fuel loads are significantly reduced.
Effective: April 12, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Due to extreme fire hazard conditions the Smoky Lake County is upgraded the existing fire restriction to a fire ban effective 8:00 a.m. April 12, 2024. The ban will remain in effect until further notice. The Fire Ban means there are absolutely no outdoor fires permitted including, but not limited to; open fires, campfires, brush piles and burning barrels. The discharge of fireworks is also prohibited during this ban. No new fire permits will be issued during the period of the ban and all previously issued permits remain cancelled.
NEW Off Highway Restriction
Bylaw No. 1454-24: Off- Highway Vehicle Control
No person shall operate an Off-Highway Vehicle on Municipal Property, Highway, Permitted Use Area, or trail in Smoky Lake County during a Fire Ban and Off-Highway Vehicle Restriction.
Gas fueled barbeques with lids and liquid fueled camping stoves and propane fire pits (Camp Fire in a Can) will be allowed.
A person who sets a fire during this ban may be prosecuted and will be responsible for the costs of extinguishing the fire pursuant to Smoky Lake County Fire Protection Service Bylaw 1285-15 For further information please contact the Smoky Lake County, (780) 656-3730.
This fire ban will stay in effect until fire hazard conditions improve significantly.
For further information please contact Smoky Lake County, 780-656-3730.
