Fire Restriction

The Town of Swan Hills is no longer under a Fire Ban and OHV restriction. We are however maintaining a Fire Restriction due to the fire hazard and current wildfire situation.

Under this restriction: 

  • No new fire permits will be issued
  • Safe wood campfires within fire rings in campgrounds are allowed.
  • Essential burning may be allowed with written permission from a forest officer.

Prohibited:

  • All outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas.
  • The use of fireworks and exploding targets are also prohibited.

Allowed:

  • Safe wood campfires (including charcoal briquettes) on private lands and in provincial campgrounds.
  • Backyard fire pits, charcoal briquette barbeques.
  • Propane/ natural gas powered appliances.
  • Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor.
  • Cooking, warming and lighting devices – all devices must be CSA approved and used as per manufacturer’s standards.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it, and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve.