Current status low: no fire condition in effect.
Please remain cautious when having a fire.
Last modified: December 10, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.
View the Municipal District of Taber Fire Services Bylaw No 1956 or the Fire Ban Implementation Policy below for insight into the types of Fire Bans issued.
For additional information contact:
- Nathan Coté – Regional Fire Chief 403-223-1180.
- Brandon Bougie – Deputy Regional Fire Chief 403-223-1180.
Visit www.albertafirebans.ca to view the Fire Ban status for the MDT and across the Province.
Fire Ban Implementation Policy
The MD of Taber has developed the following criteria when implementing an Advisory, Fire Restriction or Fire Ban. This Policy applies to all campgrounds, hamlets and rural areas within its municipal borders.
No restriction
- No restrictions on open fires. Fire permits are issued without reservation. Permits must be obtained before burning.
Fire advisory
- The public is advised that a higher risk of fire exists. Fire permits continue to be issued.
Fire restriction
- Not permitted:
- Any open fires or campfires at the Grand Forks or Sherburne Campgrounds.
- Permitted:
Fire Ban
- All fire permits are cancelled.
- Permitted: NRCB-approved covered incinerator, propane BBQ, propane fire table, charcoal BBQ, and pellet BBQ.
Sample notices
Fire Advisory in Effect
Fire Advisory in Effect
- Fire Permits are valid.
- Any fire larger than a screened burning barrel requires a valid fire permit.
Fire Restriction in Effect
Permitted:
- Pre-inspected and pre-approved field and bale stack fires.
- Campfires at the Enchant Campground, the Taber Municipal Park, the Lions Campground, the Hamlet of Grassy Lake Campground and the Hamlet of Hays Campground.
Not Permitted:
- Any open fires or campfires at the Grand Forks or Sherburne Campgrounds.
Fire Ban in Effect
Fire Ban in Effect
- All Fire Permits are cancelled.
Permitted:
- NRCB-approved covered incinerator, propane BBQ, propane fire table, charcoal BBQ, and pellet BBQ.
