Due to dry, windy conditions and high heats, The Summer Village Of Poplar Bay is under a TOTAL FIRE BAN effective May 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM until further notice.

Please be advised that the discharge of fireworks is strictly prohibited in all Summer Villages during this period of drought. Your cooperation in ensuring the safety of our community is greatly appreciated.

No outdoor fires are allowed, including:

• Open burning
• Fires contained to burn barrels, firepits or charcoal barbecues

All outdoor fires currently burning must be extinguished immediately.

All fire permits are suspended and no new fire permits will be issued for the duration of this FIRE BAN.

Residents can use cooking and heating appliances, including barbecues, firepits and patio heaters, that are fueled by liquid fuel such as propane or natural gas. Pellet fueled cooking is allowed with extreme caution.

Off-Highway Vehicles can start wildfires – check frequently to ensure hotspots are free of debris, and make sure mufflers and spark arrestors are working properly.

When operating equipment, clear debris from moving parts, check your muffler and keep equipment in good repair. Do not operate equipment in tall grass. Keep watch of your surroundings and ensure you have sufficient firefighting equipment and water available. Equipment fires or work-related sparks, friction and hot exhaust can cause even small amounts of dry fuels to ignite into a wildfire and spread easily.

Residents are encouraged to learn and implement effective Fire Smart tips to reduce hazard within their property, acreage, or farm. More information can be found at www.farmfiresmart.ca.

For more information please read the Poplar Bay Fire Control & Fireworks Bylaw #248 or go to Alberta Fire Bans

Thank you for your ongoing dedication to ensuring the safety of residents and communities in the summer villages is sincerely appreciated!