NORTH BATTLEFORD - A fire ban has been issued for the City of North Battleford effective May 27 within the city limits.
North Battleford Fire Department's Chief Lindsay Holm issued an immediate fire ban within North Battleford city limits effective today.
The current Fire Weather Index (FWI) issued by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) for the region is considered “extreme”.
Maps are updated daily on the SPSA website.
The fire ban in North Battleford means that any burning that occurs, other than in an approved fire pit, is illegal. The use of external cooking devices, such as barbecues or smokers, is allowed.
Any fires or burns not in an approved fire pit should be reported immediately to the North Battleford Fire Department by calling 9-1-1.
Suspicious behaviour can also be reported to the RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Community Safety Officers at 306-445-1775.
Information on fire permits can be found at this link. The fire ban shall remain in place until rescinded by officials from the Fire Department.
A Voyent Alert! has also been issued to the City of North Battleford, which details the fire ban.
Residents may subscribe to Voyent Alerts! to receive notifications on their mobile devices, home phones, or through email.
Chief Holm notes that wildfire activity has picked up across the province in recent days and reiterates the importance of adhering to the City’s fire ban in order to protect the community.
