Alberta fire bans and restrictions on the rise

Alberta fire bans and restrictions on the rise

April 24, 2024 6:45 pm MST.

Alberta continues to experience higher than normal wildfire risks as the province grapples with drier weather conditions, leading to an increase in fire bans and restrictions. Margot Rubin reports.

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