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By David Opinko

Fire advisory issued for Lethbridge County

Aug 2, 2019 | 12:27 PM

LETHBRIDGE COUNTY, AB – Officials are taking actions to ensure the rural areas surrounding Lethbridge are not effected by wildfires.

“Although this is not a Fire Ban, the County asks citizens to take extra caution when burning while the Advisory is in effect,” reads a press release from Lethbridge County.

Citizens in the area are asked to follow the regulations of their fire permit and the Fire Permit Bylaw #1424.

They also advise extinguishing any flames if the winds exceed 15 km per hour.

“Do not hesitate to call 911 should your fire become uncontrollable.”

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If conditions persist, the County could impose a fire ban at any time. Should this happen, you would be required to immediately and fully put out any fires on your property.

Visit AlbertaFireBans.ca for a full list or burning restrictions in the province.