Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a grass fire in the River Valley near Scenic Drive and 2 Avenue South on Wednesday, July 9.

As we head deeper into the hot months of July and August, the City of Lethbridge is sharing a reminder of City resources available to help residents stay cool and safe.

Maintenance work is set to take place this week on the Scenic Drive bridge over Whoop-Up Drive. 

On July 9 and 10, single-lane closures on Scenic Drive will be in effect and two-way traffic will be maintained. 

The City of Lethbridge’s Parks & Cemeteries and Waste & Environment teams are excited to host and celebrate Environment Blitz Day. This fun and free event happens at Nicholas Sheran Park on Thursday, July 10, from 3 to 7 p.m. 

Starting Monday, July 7, maintenance work will begin on the University Drive West bridge over Whoop-Up Drive, which will see single-lane closures. 

As part of the Reimagine 5 Street South project, geotechnical testing will be taking place that may cause minor disruptions for users of 5 Street South, between 1 Avenue and 6 Avenue.  

Pedestrian tunnel maintenance is resulting in single lane closures along a small portion of University Drive West.

Tuesday, July 1 is Canada Day. The City of Lethbridge will have service level changes.

Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is in place on all open fires within the City of Lethbridge’s River Valley. 

As the summer season unfolds, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services reminds residents and visitors to stay safe while spending time on or near the Oldman River.