County of St. Paul issues Fire Ban

Effective yesterday, Monday April 23, 2024, the County of St. Paul is under a Fire Ban.  The Fire Ban reads as follows: 

1. No open fires are allowed in campgrounds or in any other area within the County. 2. All fire permits are suspended or cancelled and no new permits will be issued. 

WHERE IS THE FIRE BAN? 

The fire ban applies to all areas within the County of St. Paul including campgrounds. The  Town of St. Paul is exempt at this time, as this municipality has the authority to issue their  own restriction should the need arise. 

WHAT IS PROHIBITED? 

All open fires within the County are banned, including campfires in campgrounds and  random camping areas. This includes charcoal briquettes, turkey fryers and tiki torches.  Fireworks, flying lanterns and exploding targets are also prohibited. 

WHAT IS ALLOWED? 

Portable propane fire pits and gas propane stoves designed for cooking or heating. 

If you have any questions, you may direct enquiries to the County of St. Paul at 780-645- 3301 or St. Paul Fire Services at 780-645-4100.