The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 officially lifted its fire restriction on June 1, 2026, ending a four-week period of heightened fire safety measures that began May 4. The change means residents can once again apply for open burning permits through their local Fire Guardian or online.
The restriction had suspended all new fire permits and cancelled existing ones. During that time, the only fires allowed were safe campfires in rings, backyard pits, burn barrels, and propane or charcoal barbecues. The county reminded everyone that any outdoor burning requires a permit from March 1 to October 31 each year.
Wildfire danger across central and southern Alberta remained high to extreme throughout May, with several large fires burning elsewhere in the province. The County of Wetaskiwin used the restriction to reduce the risk of human-caused fires during that period.
With conditions now improved, residents can contact their Fire Guardian or call the County Office at 780-352-3321 to get a permit. After-hours calls can go to 780-352-0005. County officials stress that any fire must be attended at all times and fully extinguished when done.
