May 1, 2023 3:00 PM

Fire Restriction CANCELLED for the County of Stettler No. 6

The Fire Restriction has been lifted for the County of Stettler No 6.

The County of Stettler burning policy is as follows:
1. ALLOWS burning barrels to be used provided they are covered with a metal mesh screen with openings no larger than 13 mm (1/2"); and
2. ALLOWS campfires used for cooking or warming purposes provided they are contained in a fire pit or campsite stove and are attended at all times. For clarification, a fire pit is considered a hole in the ground at least 30 centimeters (12") deep or a fireproof side enclosure 30 centimeters (12") high. The fire pit must
not be larger than 100 centimeters (40") in diameter.
3. ALLOWS authorized burning under a fire permit.

Mark Dennis
Regional Fire Chief