Lloydminster reverts to fire restriction following three-week fire ban

Lloydminster, AB/SK – The Lloydminster Fire Service has downgraded the fire ban to a fire restriction, which is now in effect for all city parks and green spaces throughout the community, including Bud Miller All Seasons Park, Weaver Heritage Park and Weaver Park Campground. The restriction also includes Lloydminster’s annexed and agricultural areas. This decision is based on the current fire risk assessment and the need to maintain fire safety measures in these areas.

Allowed	Not Allowed
Private property backyard fires Propane/natural gas barbecues & appliances Wood- and pellet-burning smokers Charcoal barbecues	Fires/campfires at Bud Miller All Seasons Park, Weaver Heritage Park and Weaver Park Campground. Fires at any city park or green space No open pit fires in annexed/agricultural areas
Residents should be aware that even if the weather includes moisture, the fire restriction remains in effect, as there may still be a significant fire risk. Please ensure emergency precautions are planned prior to lighting said fire.

Allowed

Not Allowed

Private property backyard fires

Propane/natural gas barbecues & appliances

Wood- and pellet-burning smokers

Charcoal barbecues

Fires/campfires at Bud Miller All Seasons Park, Weaver Heritage Park and Weaver Park Campground.

Fires at any city park or green space

No open pit fires in annexed/agricultural areas

Residents should be aware that even if the weather includes moisture,
the fire restriction remains in effect, as there may still be a significant fire risk.

Please ensure emergency precautions are planned prior to lighting said fire.

“The Lloydminster Fire Service reminds everyone that it is essential to continue being responsible and cautious when handling fire. It’s essential to always be safety-conscious when handling fire, ensuring controlled environments, having proper methods for extinguishing, and being mindful of proximity to structures and combustible materials,” says Fire Chief Leigh Sawicki.

“We all have a part to play in reducing the risk of fire and protecting our community and environment. By taking these precautions, we can all continue to enjoy the outdoors while minimizing the risk of fire.”

The fire ban was first initiated on Friday, May 5, 2023, following a two-day fire restriction.

Residents are advised to call 911 to report a fire.

Travelling outside of Lloydminster?

Anyone travelling outside of Lloydminster is encouraged to check the status of fire bans and advisories throughout Alberta at AlbertaFireBans.ca andSaskatchewan at SaskPublicSafety.ca.

About Lloydminster Fire Service

Lloydminster Fire Services, established in 1930, is comprised of full-time and paid-on-call firefighters. The department has a full-time fire station operating 24-7, which allows readiness to provide emergency and non-emergency services. Emergency service responses include residential and industrial fires, urban and wetland fires, motor vehicle collisions, and water and ice rescue services. For more information about the Lloydminster Fire Department, including fire bans, visit Lloydminster.ca/Fire.