Lethbridge County has enacted a fire restriction, Sept. 23, 2025. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Fire restriction issued for Lethbridge County

Sep 23, 2025 | 10:07 AM

New burning regulations have been enacted by Lethbridge County.

Effective immediately, a fire restriction is in place due to the recent hot and dry weather conditions.

They say this has significantly increased the wildfire risk across the region.

All active fire and fireworks permits are cancelled, and no new permits will be issued until further notice.

Prohibited under the Fire Restriction:

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• Controlled burns requiring a fire permit (e.g. burn pits, yard waste, large debris)
• Fireworks

Allowed:
(Must meet the specifications in the County’s Fire Bylaw)

• Recreational campfires in approved fire pits
• Burn barrels and incinerators with spark arrestors
• Charcoal briquette barbecues and wood pellet grills
• CSA/ULC-approved gas or propane stoves, heaters, and firepits

The County says the risk of fires naturally increases around this time of year due to the harvest. Officials have provided the following tips to help reduce that risk:

• Clean out equipment regularly to remove debris that can overheat and ignite. Leaf blowers are a helpful tool.
• Schedule breaks to allow machinery to cool. Overheated parts, like bearings are a common ignition source.
• Equip each piece of equipment with a fire extinguisher and keep a water truck nearby.
• Connect with neighbours to coordinate emergency responses and share contact info.

Lethbridge County has created a short video for producers, with practical tips to help reduce the risk of field and equipment fires.

An interactive map showing all active fire regulations in the province can be found at AlbertaFireBans.ca