Fire Bans & Restrictions
When weather conditions dictate that it would be prudent for the Summer Village of Waiparous to enact a method of lessening the chances of a fire due to outside pleasure fires, 1 of 3 declarations are made. These are either a fire advisory, a fire restriction, or a fire ban.
Fire Advisory
Prohibited
- No new permits will be issued, existing permits are suspended
Permitted
- Wood, briquette and propane/natural gas fires within approved fire pits, outdoor portable fire receptacles, and outdoor fireplaces.
- CSA or UL standard approved:
- Portable propane fire pits when placed within designated fire pits
- Liquid or gas fueled lanterns (enclosed flame)
- Liquid or gas fueled stoves and BBQs designed for cooking
Fire Restrictions
Prohibited
- Wood, briquette and propane/natural gas fires outside approved fire pits, outdoor portable fire receptacles, and outdoor fireplaces.
Permitted
- Wood, briquette and propane/natural gas fires within approved fire pits, outdoor portable fire receptacles, and outdoor fireplaces.
- CSA or UL standard approved:
- Portable propane fire pits when placed within designated fire pits
- Liquid or gas fueled lanterns (enclosed flame)
- Liquid or gas fueled stoves and BBQs designed for cooking
Fire Ban
Prohibited
- All solid fuel fires
Permitted
Cancellation of a Fire Ban or Fire Restriction
When weather conditions have made it safe for the cancellation of a fire ban or restriction, the notice will be removed from:
- Alberta Fire Bans Website
- Summer Village of Waiparous Website