Pincher Creek

 

Due to current and forecasted weather conditions a fire Restriction is in effect for the The Town of Pincher Creek, MD of Pincher Creek and the Piikani First Nation. Fire permits will not be issued .
 

Prohibited:

• Any burning other than a campfire is prohibited

Any fires within in the MD located in the Forest protection area ( typically 1 mile beyond the forestry boundry) as per Alberta Agriculture and Forests.

 

Allowed:

• Safe wood campfires *

• Backyard fire pits

• Portable propane fire pits

• Gas or propane stoves and barbecues

• Catalytic or infrared-style heaters

 

*Safe wood campfires - should be within a metal, brick, or rock fire ring. You must have a fire pit permit which can be obtained at the Fire Hall in Pincher Creek. Or on the web at www.pincherfire.com. They are required to:

a)  be on rock, gravel, sand, or another non-combustible surface that extends at least one metre around the fire;

b)  have a responsible person in attendance to keep fire under control at all times and extinguish before leaving;

c)  have on hand enough water to extinguish the fire.

 

 

The fire Restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve or there is a need for further escalation.

For up to date information visit Alberta Fire Bans