Thorhild County has issued a Fire Restriction. All outstanding fire permits are hereby cancelled. With the dry conditions, cured dry grass becoming more prominent and lack of moisture, the fire hazard is high at this time.

Anyone who has conducted permitted burns during the winter is reminded to check their burn sites to ensure they are completely extinguished.

Thorhild County urges everyone to use extreme caution when working or driving in grassy areas and be mindful of debris collecting on hot exhaust, which can heat up, fall to the ground, and start a wildfire.

Fines for starting a fire during a Fire Advisory, Fire Restriction or Fire Ban are outlined in Bylaw 10-2022 Schedule “B”

The following activities are prohibited:
• Any fire requiring a Fire Permit
• Burn Barrels and Incinerators
• Recreational fires and backyard fire pits
• Campfires on public or private campgrounds

The following are allowed; to be used with caution:
• Propane and natural gas-powered appliances
• Charcoal barbeques

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

Denis Poulin
Fire Chief