Mountain View County News

Residents in the vicinity are encouraged to stay informed and prepared as suppression activities are ongoing to ensure the fire discovered May 3 remains within control lines

REEP program supports on-the-ground projects that protect, restore and enhance natural areas such as riparian areas, wetlands, grasslands and treed areas

Provincial air and ground resources deployed May 3 to out-of-control wildfire

$300,000 project involves the construction of a 7,200 square-foot expansion

Alberta officials elevated wildfire risk to the highest level May 3 after five wildfires discovered since Thursday

With no ag-related activities currently being conducted on the property, MVC's administration says proposal isn't agri-tourism

As of May 2, all current fire and firework permits are cancelled and no new fire or firework permits will be issued until the restriction is lifted

Formed in 1972, FFGA is a non-profit producer driven group that addresses issues, ideas, and innovations for forage and livestock producers in south central Alberta. 

Alberta officials warned on May 1 that the wildfire danger will remain elevated with warm temperatures expected to continue over the next few days

Officials are advising residents and visitors to the district to exercise caution.