Fire Ban in Saddle Hills County - May 8, 2025

Due to the lack of precipitation, and dry and windy conditions, Saddle Hills County has upgraded the Fire Restriction to a FIRE BAN. This Fire Ban applies to all areas outside of the Forest Protection Area, including private land, crown land, and recreational areas.

A Fire Ban is also in place for the Grande Prairie Forest Protection Area.

Prohibited:

  • All outdoor wood fires, including designated firepits, backyard firepits, burning barrels, and any wood campfires on public or private land.
  • BBQ charcoal briquettes.
  • Fireworks and exploding targets.
  • Burning of brush piles, windrows or other debris.

Allowed (with caution):

  • Propane/natural gas-powered appliances.
  • Open flame oil devices (e.g. turkey deep fryers, tiki torches).
  • Indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor.
  • Off-Highway Vehicles.

Please note, all appliances must be CSA approved and used per manufacturer’s standards.

This Fire Ban will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 9-1-1 or 310-FIRE.

Potable Water Account

If you would like to use our Truck Fill Stations to haul potable water, you can set up a secure pre-paid Potable Water Account at the County Office, during regular business hours.

Once your account is set up, you will receive a free key fob which you can use at any of the Truck Fill Stations in the County. Additional fobs are charged at $15.00. You will be able to manage your account remotely 24/7, through Flowpoint.

If you need assistance setting up, loading money to, or managing your online account, you can either download the Customer Manual or contact staff at the County Office at (780) 864-3760 or email frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

Manage your Account Online

More Information:

Applications, Licences & Permits

Complete applications, licenses, and permits online with ease.

Set Up Pre-Authorized Payments

Sign up to pay your Property Taxes or Utilities through Pre-Authorized Payments. 

Truck Fill Stations

Potable water Truck Fills in Saddle Hills County. 

Contact Us

Contact a member of staff or Council member

Contact Us

Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

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