05/22/2025
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Effective May 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
In compliance with Thorhild County Emergency Services Bylaw 12-2023, Section 26, the Fire Ban has been downgraded to a Fire Advisory and is hereby enacted for the municipality of Thorhild County until further notice.
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β’ All open fires necessitating a permit under Bylaw 12-2023
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β’ Backyard fire pits in compliance with Bylaw 12-2023, Subsection 14(b)
β’ Wood campfires in designated public campgrounds
β’ Burn barrels and incinerators adhering to Bylaw 12-2023, Subsection 14(c)
β’ Use of CSA-approved propane and charcoal-fueled devices
β’ Open flame oil devices (e.g., tiki torches, deep fryers)
β’ CSA-approved electrical cooking and heating devices
β’ Safe wood campfires on public lands
β’ Discharge of fireworks with readily available fire suppression equipment
β’ Use of exploding targets with readily available fire suppression equipment
β’ Operation of off-highway vehicles on public lands equipped with spark arresters
While fire risk conditions have improved, the threat of wildfire remains. Thorhild County will continue to reassess the risk and may elevate back to a Fire Ban should conditions warrant.
Thorhild County strongly advises all residents to exercise extreme caution when conducting any hot work (such as gas torch operations, grinding, cutting, etc.) or driving in grassy areas. Be alert to hot exhaust and maintain vehicles in a clean condition to prevent smoldering debris from causing fires. Ensure a suitable means of extinguishment (e.g., water, fire extinguisher, fire blanket) is readily accessible.