There is currently NO FIRE BAN in effect.
Fires are permitted for:
- Cooking
- Warmth
- Viewing pleasure
🔥 Fire Safety Guidelines
Even when fires are allowed, always use caution and ensure your fire is fully extinguished before leaving it unattended.
How to Safely Extinguish a Fire:
- Let the fire burn down.
- Spread the embers within the pit.
- Add water or loose dirt and stir.
- Expose and douse any remaining hot materials.
- Repeat soaking and stirring until there is no smoke or steam.
✅ Fire Pit Requirements (within Alberta Beach limits):
- Must be at least 2 metres (6.56 ft) from any structure
- Pit must be less than 0.91 metres (3 ft) in diameter
- Flames must not exceed 1 metre (3.28 ft) above the pit
- Must have enclosed sides (brick, concrete, rocks, or heavy-gauge metal)
- Must include a spark arrestor screen with openings no larger than 1.25 cm (1/2 inch)
Bylaw Reference: Burning Bylaw 298-24
🔥 What Happens During a Fire Ban?
If a fire ban is issued, notices will be posted at:
- Alberta Beach Website
- Village Office
- Lion’s Park (50th Ave & 47th St)
- Village entryways
- Village social media platforms
For the most current fire ban status, visit:
🌐 www.albertafirebans.ca
Stay safe and fire smart!
🚫 REMINDER: Fireworks Are Prohibited Without a Permit 🚫
Fireworks are not permitted in the Village unless the following conditions are met:
- The individual holds a valid Fireworks Operator Certificate.
- A permit application has been completed and approved by the Village.
- Written authorization has been issued for the display.
Permits will only be issued for the following occasions:
- New Year’s Eve – December 31
🕗 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM (January 1) - Canada Day – July 1
🕗 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM - Labour Day – First Monday in September
🕗 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM - Special Events – Only if formally approved by Council motion
Unauthorized use of fireworks may result in fines and enforcement actions.
Thank you for helping keep our community safe.