A fire restriction has been put into effect for portions of the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.

The restriction applies south of Highway 591 and west of Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 734) in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.

Under this restriction:

• Existing fire permits are suspended.

• All outdoor fires presently burning under permit must be extinguished, unless approved by a Forest Officer.

• Wood campfires in backcountry or random camping areas are prohibited.

• Prohibited are fireworks and exploding targets.

The remainder of the area is still under a fire advisory.

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