JUNE 10 @ 1:40PM: Wildfire SWF117 is located northeast of the Hamlet of Grouard and is currently being held, which means given current weather conditions and resources, the wildfire is not anticipated to grow past existing boundaries.
Wildland firefighters are actively working on the fire, which is currently estimated at 2.0 hectares. The fire poses no threat to the community.
View the fire map: Click here
We will continue to provide updates if anything changes. If you spot a wildfire, call 310-FIRE (3473) immediately.
A Fire Ban remains in effect for the Big Lakes County Permit Area due to dry conditions and an increased wildfire risk. Under this ban:
Prohibited:
- All outdoor wood fires (including campfires on public/private land and backyard firepits)
- Charcoal briquette barbecues
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed:
- Propane and natural gas-powered fire appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
For more information on wildfire updates and fire bans across Alberta, visit:
alberta.ca/wildfire-status
albertafirebans.ca
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JUNE 9 @ 2:10PM: Wildfire SWF117 is located northeast of the Hamlet of Grouard and poses no threat to the community at this time.
Wildland firefighters, supported by a helicopter and water truck, are actively working on the fire, which is currently estimated at 2.0 hectares in size.
View the fire map: Click here
We will continue to provide updates if anything changes. If you spot a wildfire, call 310-FIRE (3473) immediately.
A Fire Ban remains in effect for the Big Lakes County Permit Area due to dry conditions and an increased wildfire risk. Under this ban:
Prohibited:
- All outdoor wood fires (including campfires on public/private land and backyard firepits)
- Charcoal briquette barbecues
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed: - Propane and natural gas-powered fire appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
For more information on wildfire updates and fire bans across Alberta, visit:
alberta.ca/wildfire-status
albertafirebans.ca
