Edson Area Update

Edson Forest Area - Wildfire Update - September 24, 2020

Posted on Thu, Sep 24, 2020

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Alberta's wildfire season begins March 1st and is effective until October 31st.  If you plan on burning within the Forest Protection Area, with the exception of a cooking or heating fire, you must contact your local forestry office to request a fire permit.
At this time of year, cured grass and fine fuels become very dry. Any spark, hot exhaust or friction will catch easily and burn quickly which could start a wildfire. 
We ask that you use caution when camping, hunting or working in the outdoors and keep watch of your surroundings.  Ensure you fully extinguish your campfire and never leave it unattended.  If you suspect a wildfire, call 310-FIRE.

 

30 Sept 24 National Forest Week

  Happy National Forest Week!  Brazeau River south of Edson.


EDSON FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE

The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area is HIGH.  There are currently no active wildfires. 

In the past month we had two wildfires caused by abandoned campfires.  The first escaped from the metal fire ring and burnt a total of 0.03 ha.  The second was an abandoned campfire near the Little Berland which escaped and burnt 0.02 ha.  It was fortunate that both incidents, members of the public were able to respond quickly and report the wildfires to 310-FIRE.  

Since March 1, 2020, there have been 51 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning approximately 3.01 ha.  

PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE

There are currently 11 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Six of these wildfires are under control and five have been turned over to the responsible parties.

Since March 1 in the Forest Protection Area, there have been 649 wildfires burning a total of 1,481 ha.  

Last week, Agriculture and Forestry dispatched 45 wildland firefighters and support staff to the state of Oregon.  Three of these support staff are from the Edson Forest Area.

For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca


FIRESMART QUICK TASK OF THE WEEK

Now is a great time to Firesmart your property so it can be ready for spring.

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To learn more about FireSmart and how you can help your community, click on the following links. FireSmart Home Ignition Zone and the FireSmart Home Development Guide.


IF YOU PLAN TO BURN IT, GET YOUR PERMIT

Alberta's wildfire season begins March 1st and is effective until October 31st.  If you plan on burning within the Forest Protection Area, with the exception of a cooking or heating fire, you must contact your local forestry office to request a fire permit.

You can click here for a listing of forestry offices near you. To request a permit within the Edson Forest Area, call 780-723-8527.


CAMPFIRE SAFETY

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Going camping in Alberta’s forests? Make sure your campfire is fully extinguished before you leave: soak it, stir it and soak it again.


ALBERTA WILDFIRE APPLICATIONS

Are you an individual who believes in teamwork, safety and has a dedication to fitness?  Alberta Wildfire might have a temporary summer position for you next summer.  The deadline for wildfire crew applications is November 30, 2020.  Visit the link by clicking here. 

To learn more on what wildfire has to offer, please visit the wildfire recruitment website


 WILDFIRE PREVENTION TIPS

Albertans are always asked to use caution when working or recreating in the outdoors:  

 ALBERTA WILDFIRE INFORMATION

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For more information, please contact:

Caroline Charbonneau
Wildfire Information Officer | Edson Forest Area
 
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