Fire danger elevated to high in Banff National Park

CALGARY -- With temperatures on the rise and weather starting to consistently be more summer-like, the fire danger in Banff National Park has been elevated to high.

Campfires should be kept small and in designated fire pits and should also be completely extinguished after use.

Smoke and illegal campfires should be reported to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1470.

The fire danger in @BanffNP is now HIGH. Report any suspicious smoke or illegal campfires to Banff Dispatch at [phone].

Keep campfires small and in designated fire pits, completely extinguish campfires. Parks Canada continues to monitor conditions: https://t.co/43qN7IHNlU pic.twitter.com/Ui9xz2y0dB

— Banff National Park (@BanffNP) July 24, 2020