Important news for those heading out camping this long weekend as the MD of Foothills has issued a complete fire ban.

The ban was issued late Thursday afternoon.

This means all open fires including burning barrels, fire pits, and fire works within the MD are prohibited.

No burn permits will be issued until the fire ban has been lifted.

The ban will remain in effect until significant moisture has returned to all areas in the Foothills.

The Town of Okotoks also issued a fire ban on Wednesday.