The River Valley Fire Ban in Lethbridge has been lifted, effective immediately. Recent changes in weather conditions, including higher humidity levels, have reduced the fire risk in this area. 

Rather than sunshine, the first official weekend of summer is predicted to greet residents with heavy rainfall instead. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for Lethbridge, calling for heavy precipitation amounts of between 50 mm to 100 mm, as well as and strong winds, from today to Sunday afternoon. We have several reminders to help residents prepare for heavy rainfall events.

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to an early morning structure fire at an apartment complex in the 3200 block of 20 Avenue South. 

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential structure fire in the 1900 block of 6 Avenue North earlier today. 

The City of Lethbridge is warning the public about a payment scam circulating on Facebook regarding purchasing an ‘unlimited travel smartcard.’

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) is advising the public of upcoming training exercises that may produce visible black smoke in the area. 

For those living in Residential Parking Permit (RPP) area Zone 14, your permits are due for their annual renewal. Permits for Zone 14 – near Lethbridge Polytechnic – expire July 1, so those residents can now renew to avoid parking violations.  

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential structure fire on Friday evening in the 900 block of 41 Avenue North. 

To accommodate the annual Lethbridge Block Party on Saturday, June 14, the following road closures will be in effect starting at 7 a.m. that day:

• 6 Street South between 3 Avenue and 4 Avenue
• 3 Avenue South between 5 Street and 7 Street
• 4 Avenue South between 6 Street and 7 Street