Fire Hazard Level

Current Fire Hazard Status

Fire Advisory

To learn more about the current fire hazard status within the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, see the Fire Hazard summaries below and check the chart for permitted and prohibited activities.

Please note that this status applies only within municipal urban service area boundaries.

Properties, campgrounds, or locations outside these boundaries fall under the Forest Protection Area (FPA) and may have different restrictions. For the most up-to-date fire ban information in all locations across Alberta, to review the boundary map or to search a specific location, visit albertafirebans.ca.

Fire Hazard Levels

Fire Ban

No outdoor fires are permitted until further notice, including screened fire pits, burn barrels/incinerators, fireworks, recreational fire pits, and charcoal briquette barbecues.

Only gas and propane appliances such as barbecues, stoves, and fire pits are permitted.

All existing fire permits are suspended or cancelled, and no new fire permits will be issued.

Fire Restriction

Fire hazard conditions are at a level where fires can start and grow quickly.  No open burning fires or major burn operations are permitted.

Safe fires in approved fire pits (per the Fire Rescue Services Bylaw), burn barrels/incinerators with screens, as well as gas/propane stoves, barbecues, and fire pits are permitted.

All permits are suspended or cancelled, and no new permits will be issued.

Fire Advisory 

Fire Services warns residents that a fire restriction or ban may be coming if conditions do not improve.

Open fires are permitted with permits, but residents are reminded to be extra vigilant.  Soaking the area adjacent to fire pits with water is recommended.

Fireworks permits may be issued.

Fire permits may be restricted.

No Restriction

Normal burning rules apply.

What can I use during a fire hazard level?

√ = Allowed

⊗ = NOT Allowed

Changes to the fire protection area boundaries for fire hazard levels in the Crowsnest Pass

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

How do I know who to get a fire permit from?

Answer

If you are unsure of who to get a fire permit or a fireworks permit from, please contact Crowsnest Pass Fire Rescue at 403-562-8600 or visit the fire station in Blairmore.

Question

My property is outside the new Urban Service Area.  Will I still receive fire services if I need them.

Answer

Absolutely.  You will experience no change to receiving emergency services for medical aid, fire suppression or other responses.

Question

Who’s Fire Danger Ratings do I follow?  The Forest Protection Areas or the Municipalities?

Answer

It depends on if you are in the Urban Service Area of the Municipality or the FPA.  If there is any uncertainty, just inquire with the fire department.