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Wildfire danger rated high in Grande Prairie Forest Area

May 10, 2021 | 6:05 PM

Alberta Wildfire has raised the fire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area from moderate to high Monday.

Currently, there is no fire ban in effect for the area, however, a fire advisory remains in place.

While under the advisory, no fire permits for heavy fuels will be issued until there is significant precipitation.

Users of active fire permits are advised to review their permit requirements and ensure they are in compliance.

Caution is asked to be exercised during windy conditions. Small, safe cooking and warming (campfires) are allowed

Residents are also being asked to keep watch of their surroundings and ensure they have sufficient firefighting equipment and water available in case of an emergency.

Since March 1, there have been 27 wildfires burning nearly 54 hectares of land in the Grande Prairie Forest Area.