Grande Prairie Fire Department

10/09/2026

Check out these charging safety tips to help reduce the fire risk associated with lithium-ion batteries.

Did you know Oct. 4 to 10 is Fire Prevention Week? This year we're highlighting some important battery safety reminders.🔋

Lithium-ion batteries are used for a wide range of devices - including phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, power tools and even kids’ toys.📱

Damaged, overheated or poorly made batteries can cause a fire, help reduce the risk by following these battery related tips:

- Use the charger that came with the device you’re charging.
- Charge devices on a hard, flat surface, away from exits.
- Unplug your device when the battery is full.
- Recycle old batteries at the Aquatera Utilities Inc. Eco Centre.

Learn more about battery safety at: https://ow.ly/NZsO50ZWmMu

10/07/2026

This week, two members of our team stepped into new positions as Fire Prevention Officers.

We are proud to see Jennifer and Mark take on their new roles and continue making a positive impact on the safety of our community.

Please join us in congratulating them on their new positions!

08/24/2026

A big thank you to the Northwestern Alberta Foundation for supporting Camp F.I.R.E.

This support gives girls and gender diverse youth the opportunity to learn more about careers in emergency services while building skills and confidence along the way.

We are grateful to have community partners who help make Camp F.I.R.E. possible.

08/06/2026

Congratulations to the Grande Prairie Fire Department members who participated in the Sinister Sports Canadian Death Race this past weekend.

Reaching the finish line is an incredible accomplishment. Well done to everyone who took part!

Good luck tomorrow to our death racers! We are represented by seven of our members on relay teams totaling 213km in the rainy altitude of Grande Cache at the Sinister Sports Canadian Death Race. Run like hell, friends 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️ 💀

International Association of Fire Fighters
Alberta Fire Fighters Assoc.

07/03/2026

🧑‍🚒🎉 Congratulations to the Grande Prairie Fire Department's three new firefighters on their graduation!

Today, they celebrated the successful completion of the department's intensive seven-week Recruit Training Program, marking an important milestone as they begin serving our community.

Throughout the program, they demonstrated dedication, resilience, teamwork and a strong commitment to public service. As they begin their careers and join their platoons, they will continue to learn and grow while helping keep Grande Prairie safe.

Please join us in congratulating our newest firefighters and welcoming them to the Grande Prairie Fire Department.

06/30/2026

🔥 The Fire Advisory for Grande Prairie has been lifted following recent rain and cooler temperatures. Fire danger is now low, but residents are reminded to follow all burning guidelines and stay fire smart.

Learn more ➡️ https://ow.ly/hOX950ZiJnm

Or visit cityofgp.com/firebans

06/05/2026

📣 The fire restriction has been downgraded to a fire advisory for Grande Prairie🔥

As of 3 p.m. on Friday, June 5, the City of Grande Prairie, including annexed rural areas, has downgraded it’s fire restriction to a fire advisory.

🚫 The following activities remain prohibited:
- Open burning of any kind.
- Burn barrels.
- Fireworks not permitted without written authorization.

Propane and natural gas BBQs/firepits/appliances, residential fire pits with a spark arrestor/screen, smudge fires, safe wood campfires on public lands, and wood pellet smokers/BBQs are now permitted.

See more details in our latest media release here: https://ow.ly/c62j50Z8g5q

Or visit cityofgp.com/firebans

06/05/2026

Most fires caused by discarded smoking materials start outdoors, where there is no smoke alarm or early warning. 🚬🔥

A cigarette thrown into dry grass, mulch, planters or near buildings can smolder unnoticed before flames spread through decks, siding, soffits and attic spaces.

By the time fire is visible, it may already be spreading to neighboring homes and properties.
Dry conditions mean fires can start fast and spread even faster.

Dispose of smoking materials properly every time:
• Use a metal or ceramic container.
• Add sand or water.
• Never use planters, lawns or mulch beds as ashtrays.
• Never throw ci******es out vehicle windows.

05/22/2026

Planters, lawns and garbage cans can all become ignition sources. ❌🚬

Potting soil and mulch can smolder unnoticed for hours before flames appear. Dry grass can ignite and spread quickly. Garbage cans may contain paper, cardboard or other combustible materials that allow fire to grow fast.

A discarded cigarette is not harmless litter. It can become a wildfire or structure fire in minutes.
Dispose of smoking materials properly every time:
• Use a metal or ceramic container.
• Add sand or water.
• Never use planters, lawns or mulch beds as ashtrays.
• Never throw ci******es out vehicle windows.

05/21/2026

The Grande Prairie Fire Department is urging residents to take extra care when disposing of smoking materials following a recent rise in human-caused fires across the community. In nearly all recent incidents, improperly discarded smoking materials are suspected or confirmed to be the cause. 🚬🔥

Over the last 48 hours alone, firefighters responded to four separate fires.

While no injuries have been reported, multiple residents have been displaced and property losses have reached into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

With current fire conditions remaining very high to extreme, residents are reminded to never toss smoking materials into grass, planters or garbage cans and to always fully extinguish them properly.

There are no fire alarms outdoors, meaning fires can grow quickly before they are discovered.

Read the full release here: https://ow.ly/cNgs50Z2TLy