MAY GRASS FIRE near EBF

On May 14, 2019, a fire started in a small patch of grass north of the Ellis Bird Farm site. Staff worked to limit the blaze until fire crews arrived, whereupon the fire was quickly contained. The fire caused some minor damage to a few trees but did not reach any buildings. Thanks to the fire department from the Prentiss site as well as fire crews from Lacombe County and the City of Lacombe for their quick response and assistance.  ​