The City of Fredericton remains in active Level 2 Emergency Measures Operations in response to the ongoing extreme wildfire hazard across New Brunswick. Residents are reminded that their cooperation is essential to ensuring the safety of the community during this critical time. We all have a role to play in keeping our city safe, which includes staying out of wooded areas.
Residents are strongly urged to avoid all wooded and forested areas to lower the risk of accidental fires. When wildfire risk is high, entering wooded areas significantly increases the risk of accidental fires, which can grow quickly to become out of control. In the event of fire, escape routes may be limited or quickly cut off, making evacuation difficult and putting lives at risk. Emergency responders also face challenges accessing remote or densely forested locations during wildfires, which can delay rescue efforts. For everyone’s safety and to support emergency services, please stay out of the woods until conditions improve.
Park Safety and Access
- Wooded areas of Odell Park, Killarney Lake Park and the UNB Woodlot are closed to activities.
- To find the exact locations affected, please refer to this comprehensive map of all current restrictions within the City of Fredericton. The map will be updated as the situation evolves and can be accessed here.
- All other trails within the city remain open.
- Signage is posted throughout these areas to inform residents.
Fire Ban Remains in Effect
- Persistent dry and hot conditions continue to create a heightened risk of wildfire in Fredericton. A citywide fire ban remains in place until further notice, covering all private residences, private campgrounds, commercial, and public properties.
- The ban does not apply to barbecues or natural gas/propane fire pits, as these do not produce sparks or embers. Backyard fires of any other kind are prohibited.
- The ban includes all charcoal barbecues in City parks, including Wilmot Park, Odell Park, and Killarney Lake Park.
Water Supply Status
- There are no immediate concerns regarding the City’s water supply.
- Water use follows typical seasonal patterns.
- A new downtown well has increased water production capacity, supporting firefighting and demand.
Support for Vulnerable Populations
- Police, Fire, City staff, and community partners continue to visit known encampment areas of those living rough to reinforce the importance of fire safety and respecting the fire ban.
Fires that violate the fire ban should be reported to 9-1-1 immediately.
The Fredericton Fire Department remains at a heightened state of readiness to respond to reports of smoke or fire in both wildland and urban areas.
Should the Government of New Brunswick issue a notice to prepare for possible evacuation in our area, the City of Fredericton will promptly amplify and share the information. Evacuation details will be communicated as deemed necessary by the Government of New Brunswick, recognizing that the situation remains fluid and subject to change.
Stay Connected
For the latest information, residents can visit the Province of New Brunswick’s Fire Watch webpage and the City of Fredericton’s Emergency Preparedness page to learn how to prepare for urban wildfires.
Sign up for Community Alerts through Voyent Alert!, the City of Fredericton’s free and anonymous notification service, at: www.fredericton.ca/resident-services/community-alerts
The City’s High Priority Disaster Response Registry supports vulnerable residents who live alone or without nearby family. To register a loved one, visit: www.fredericton.ca/disasterresponseregistry
The City of Fredericton thanks residents for their cooperation and vigilance during this critical wildfire season.