Fire Advisory Now in Effect

Due to dry conditions, current fire loads, and rate of spread, Thorhild County has issued a Fire Advisory.

• No new fire permits will be issued
• Current approved fire permits are suspended
• Check your fires to ensure they are out and will not flare-up
• Burn barrels are to be used with extreme care only

As per bylaw 16-2020, costs for responding to extinguishing a fire will be charged to any or all of the following:

• Person causing the fire
• Occupant of the land
• Owner of the land
• Person in control over the land
• Person who requested the services

The following are allowed; to be used with extreme caution:

• Recreational fires and backyard fire pits
• Propane and natural gas-powered appliances
• Charcoal barbeques

For more information, please click here to view the allowed activities.

Denis Poulin
Fire Chief