The Village of Empress

is nestled between the Red Deer River and the South Saskatchewan River, at the eastern edge of Alberta. There is a wild feel to this quaint village surrounded by expansive farms and ranches, pronghorns, coyotes and so many different species of birds. The recreation opportunities for adventurers and star-gazers are boundless. Come and see for yourself!

Fire

To report a fire, telephone 911.

Empress Fire Department (below)

Alberta Fire Bans
Alberta Wildfire Status

Saskatchewan Community Fire Bans
Saskatchewan Daily Wildfire Situation Map

FireSmoke Canada – BlueSky Canada Smoke Forecast

 

Current Fire Ban System Level

Fire Ban Level Map for Empress Area

AB: Empress: 2023-May-01

2023-05-01 Empress – Fire Advisory
No Fireworks allowed.  The fire hazard rating has increased.  Safe campfires are allowed in campgrounds and private fire pits, but may be restricted if conditions do not improve.  There must be a charged hose line nearby; within 2 meters, which could be used to put the fire out.  Gas or propane stove/barbecues and portable propane fire pits are allowed, providing they are on a non-combustible surface.

The public is asked to ensure all fires are attended and to be completely extinguished before leaving unattended.

Empress Fire Bylaw (2021-06)

 

AB: Special Areas No. 2, 3 & 4: 2023-Oct-24

For further information contact:
Rob Palmer at 403-779-3733

 
 
 
 

AB: Municipal District of Acadia #34: 2023-Oct-24

Fire Advisory.
The fire hazard rating has increased and Controlled Burns may be restricted.  Safe campfires are allowed in campgrounds and random camping areas, but may be restricted if conditions do not improve.  Incinerator fires are permitted at a minimum distance of 30m away from structures and 3m away from combustible materials.
 
 
 

AB: Cypress County: 2023-Nov-01


 
 
 
 
 
 

SK: Rural Municipality of Chesterfield No. 261: 2023-Oct-24


 
 
 
 
 
 

SK: Rural Municipality of Deer Forks No. 232: 2023-Oct-27


 
 
 
 
 
 

SK: Rural Municipality of Happyland No. 231: 2023-Oct-27


 
 
 
 
 
 


Empress Fire Department

      Fire Hall (left) & Public Works (right)

Fire Hall (Fire Station) Address: 314 3rd Avenue W
Public Works Address: 331 3rd Street W

This new building was constructed in 2015 to house both the Empress Fire Department and Empress Public Works.

The Fire Department is composed of volunteers, and is funded partly by the Village of Empress and partly by Alberta Special Areas.

See Empress Fire Department Facebook Page

The department meets regularly for operational and training sessions.

Our Fire Chief is Chad Van Dam.

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