Edmonton fire ban lifted

Smoke can be seen across Edmonton on May 19, 2023, due to Alberta wildfires. (Darcy Ropchan, CityNews)

Posted June 1, 2023 12:08 pm.

Last Updated June 1, 2023 12:52 pm.

The City of Edmonton is removing it’s fire ban.

Edmonton Fire Paramedic Services tweeting Thursday morning, the decision follows cooler weather and rain seen in the city.

FIRE BAN LIFTED: We have lifted the fire ban for the @CityofEdmonton due to cooler weather and much-needed precipitation. We would like to thank you all for your cooperation through the month of May and for helping keep our city safe. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/xfwid3cDtm

— Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (@EdmontonFire) June 1, 2023

Wednesday, the city saw 12.7 mm of rain. According to Environment Canada, Thursday Edmonton is supposed to see a high of 16°C and is expected to see more rain.

More to come.

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