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FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT

September 5, 2025 by

Fire restriction

A fire restriction is in effect for a portion of the Peace River Forest Area. Under this restriction, all outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands. All fire permits issued within the boundaries of the restriction are now suspended. 

Prohibited: 

  • Outdoor wood fires on public lands including backcountry and random camping areas
  • Any burning, other than a campfire on private land
  • Barbecue charcoal briquettes (on public land in the backcountry and in random camping areas)
  • Fireworks and exploding targets

Allowed: 

  • Safe wood campfires on private land including provincial campgrounds with a designated fire ring
  • Backyard firepits
  • Propane fire pits and natural gas powered appliances
  • Indoor wood fires
  • Open flame oil devices 

The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve or further escalation is required. 

Marcel Maure

Director of Protective Services

Director of Emergency Management 

Fire Chief 

Safety Codes Officer(Fire)

Cell# 780-837-0911

Email: firechief@mdsmokyriver.com

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