Fort McMurray Area Update

The wildfire danger in the Fort McMurray Forest Area is LOW.

OHV SAFETY

You can reduce the risk of your off-highway vehicle causing a wildfire by following these simple steps:

• Before you ride, clean out hot spots and remove debris from your machine.

• After riding through muskeg or tall grass, stop and remove any build-up from your machine.

• Carry firefighting equipment such as a small shovel, collapsible pail or fire extinguisher.

• Wash your quad, trike or bike and keep it clean; do not wash in streams and creeks.

• Make sure your muffler and spark arrestor are working properly.

• Stop frequently. Take the time to knock debris from your machine’s hot spots. If the debris is smouldering, soak it, stir it, and soak it again to make sure it’s out.

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SAFE CAMPFIRE

If you're having a campfire in the Forest Protection of Area, make sure it's fully extinguished when you are done. Soak it, stir it, and soak it again until the ashes are cool to the touch. Never leave a campfire unattended! 

For more information, please contact: 

Provincial Information Officer

780-420-1968

wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca

RELATED INFORMATION

Websites:

• Alberta Wildfire
• Alberta Fire Bans
• FireSmart in Alberta
• Alberta Emergency Alerts
• Air Quality Health Index
• Wildfire Smoke and Your Health
• 511 Road Reports
• Emergency Preparation
  

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