Grass Fire at Magrath - courtesy Bobcat Wesley

By Dori Modney

Dry conditions and strong wind spread fire near Magrath

Mar 20, 2021 | 6:26 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB. — The Magrath Fire Department was called out to a grass fire this (Sat) afternoon. The active situation was along the south trail near the fishpond and headgates. The strong west wind made for a fast-moving fire.

There’s no immediate information on what caused the fire.

Helpers responded from area Hutterite colonies to offer extra manpower.

Magrath Grass Fire – courtesy Bobcat Wesley

Southern Albertans are reminded that there are numerous Fire Bans, Restrictions and Advisories across the province due to the current dry conditions.

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Make sure cigarettes are disposed of in proper containers and if you head out into the back-country, check fire regulations at https://www.albertafirebans.ca/

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