The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area is LOW.
Any burning until October 31st requires a fire permit, excluding campfires. For more information, please click here.
Rainfall and cool temperatures will keep the Wildfire Danger at LOW in the Edson Forest Area, we ask that you use extreme caution at all times when working and recreating in the outdoors.
Remember to always fully extinguish your campfire and never leave it unattended. Knock the hotspots off your OHV and if you see smoke or flame in the forest, report it to 310-FIRE (3473).
EDSON FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE | September 19, 2019
The Edson Forest Area (EFA) currently has 0 active wildfires.
Since March 1, 2019, there have been 63 wildfires in the EFA which has burnt approximately 266 ha. To view the provincial wildfire map, visit our website by clicking here.
HUNTING SEASON CAMPFIRES
Even with cooler temperatures and potential snow on the ground, wildfires are still a concern. If you're having a campfire this hunting season, please make sure you follow these safe campfire tips:
- Ensure you check under the snow, chose a hard packed site. Gravel or sandy soils are best.
- Keep your campfire small and out of the wind.
- Avoid vegetation like tall grass and low laying branches.
Campfires can smolder in the ground for days, even weeks. Warmer temperatures and wind can flare a smoldering campfire, causing a wildfire. Always make sure your campfire is fully extinguished. Soak it, stir it and soak it again!
WILDFIRE FIREFIGHTERS & SUPPORT
Agriculture and Forestry hires a variety of wildfire positions such as radio dispatchers, logistics assistants, camp bosses and airtanker base supervisors.
Are you or someone you know interested in a wildfire position? Visit our recruitment website by clicking here to learn more about what we have to offer and application deadlines.
Applications for wildfire firefighters close November 30th!
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE | September 19, 2019
Since March 1, 2019, Alberta has recorded 967 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta that have burned a total of 883,404.49 hectares.
Fire Danger Rating: low to moderate over the province.
Agriculture and Forestry has the following resources deployed on wildfires or pre-positioned across the province ready to action new wildfires: 319 firefighters and support staff and 7 helicopters.
For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca.
WILDFIRE PREVENTION TIPS
- Get a permit if you're within the Forest Protection Area and you plan on burning with the exception of a campfire. For permit information, Click Here.
- Clear debris from hot spots on your Off-Highway Vehicle.
- Ensure your campfire is out - Soak it, Stir it, Soak it Again.
- Before you head out this weekend, check out the albertafirebans.ca website or download the app to stay informed.
ALBERTA WILDFIRE INFORMATION
Between the dates of Sept 18th and October 7th, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Provincial Information Officer: 1-866-394-3473 or by email wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca
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