Fire ban in effect for Town of Cochrane

Fire ban in effect

(Cochrane, AB) – As a result of the anticipated hot weather conditions and the current dry cured grasses, the Town of Cochrane has issued a fire ban, effective at 10 a.m. July 24, 2024.

This fire ban indicates an extreme fire danger level. The following activities are prohibited:

  • open fire permits
  • town fire pits
  • backyard fire pits
  • outdoor fireplace
  • chiminea
  • Fornos oven
  • indoor fireplace (wood burning)

The following are allowed during the fire ban:

  • propane/natural gas barbecue
  • propane/natural gas fire pit

For details on specific fire restrictions during a fire ban please visit Cochrane fire danger rating or Alberta Fire Bans.  

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