Yellowhead County Fire Department

Join YCFD & Alberta Wildfire at the Evansburg Fire Station with information on Wildfire Prevention for your home and property.

YCFD Open House
Evansburg Fire Station
October 4
10 AM - 2 PM

Join YCFD & Alberta Wildfire at the Evansburg Fir Station with information on Wildfire Prevention for your home and property.
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Fire Prevention Week is October 4-10, 2026
Open House | Evansburg
October 4, 2026
Evansburg Fire Station
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Yellowhead County Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™ “Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”

Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.

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🔥 FireSmart Community Series 🔥

Learn how to make your home FireSmart and be better prepared for wildfire season.

Yellowhead County Fire Department, in partnership with Alberta Forestry & Parks and FireSmart Alberta, invites you to attend a series of Wildfire Preparedness Community Open Houses in 2026.

📍Evansburg Fire Station — February 17

📍Fulham Hall — February 19

📍Robb Hall — March 3

📍Overlander Lodge (East of Hinton) — March 5

🕓 Drop-in Style: Join us anytime between 4:00–7:00 PM

Everyone welcome — come learn, ask questions, and get FireSmart!

There will be draws for home sprinkler kits and portable fire pits!
And get details on purchasing a sprinkler kit for your home or property.

Fore details, contact Yellowhead County Fire Department at 1-800-665-6030.

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
October 5-11, 2025
Charge into Fire Safety: 3 Steps
1.
Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
2.
Charge devices safely.
Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged. Use cords that came with the product or that the manufacturer has approved.
3.
Recycle batteries responsibly.
Don’t throw lithium-ion
batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location.

More info at fpw.org

BRULE & ROBB October 4-7
Alberta Wildfire and Yellowhead County Fire Department Structural Protection Sprinkler Planning coming to your community!

From October 4–7, Alberta Wildfire and Yellowhead County Fire Department crews will be in the hamlets of Brule and Robb conducting structure protection sprinkler pre-planning.

Crews will be on foot scouting potential sprinkler and hose line locations, identifying water sources, and may also use drones to assist in the planning process.

This work is proactive planning only and part of our ongoing preparedness efforts.

We are hiring!

Lieutenant (Full-Time, Permanent) | Yellowhead County Fire Department | Stationed in Edson, AB

Under the general direction of the General Manager of Protective Services, reporting to the Fire Chief or designate, and stationed out of assigned station, the Lieutenant is responsible for the operational readiness of their assigned station. The position is responsible for reporting all activity, and the need for specific training based on operational requirements to the assigned Captain. The position also fills the role of Truck Officer during emergency response as required.

For a detailed position description and to apply, visit https://yhcounty.ca/county-office/employment/

Stop the Spark!

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) can cause wildfires. Hot exhaust systems and mufflers can ignite flammable material such as tall grass and other vegetation.

Prevention is Key, and we want to encourage our residents to stay aware of wildfire risks and do what you can to help prevent a wildfire:
- Regularly stop and clean your ATV to remove built-up debris such as grass and moss
- Maintain ATV equipment. Regularly check for issues that could lead to sparks (such as dragging chains and worn brake pads)
- Avoid operating in tall grass and other vegetation
- Equip your ATV with a spark arrestor
- Avoid operating in dry, hot, and windy conditions

Learn more about steps you can take at https://www.alberta.ca/off-highway-vehicle-safety -1

Reminder: Both the Yellowhead County Fire Protection Area and the Edson Forest Area are currently under a Fire Restriction. Learn more at https://www.alberta.ca/fire-bans -restriction and stay up-to-date at https://albertafirebans.ca/

The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area is VERY HIGH.

Did you know that 63% of wildfires in Alberta are started by people? Please stay vigilant and aware of wildfire risks with all of your activities. If you start a wildfire, you can be charged, fined, and held liable for all costs associated with fighting the wildfire.

For tips on wildfire prevention, visit alberta.ca/wildfire-prevention-and-mitigation

Sign up for Edson Forest Area updates at alberta.ca/wildfire-update-edson-forest-area, and stay up-to-date on the latest fire bans information at albertafirebans.ca

Thank you for doing your part to keep Alberta safe.

A Fire Ban has been implemented for the Yellowhead County Fire Protection Area (White Zone). AB Wildfire has also implemented a Fire Ban for their Forest Protection Area (Green Zone).

Yellowhead County has put a FIRE BAN in place on May 7, 2025 at 4:00 pm for the Yellowhead County Fire Permit Area.

Under this ban, all outdoor wood fires are prohibited and existing fire permits are suspended.

Prohibited:
• All outdoor wood fires, including wood campfires on public and private land, designated firepits and backyard firepits
• Barbecue charcoal briquettes
• Fireworks and exploding targets

Allowed:
• Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
• Indoor wood fires
• Open flame oil devices

The fire ban will remain in effect until conditions improve.

More details are at https://www.albertafirebans.ca/