Warm, dry conditions have increased the wildfire danger to EXTREME.
The Fire Ban and Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) restrictions within the Forest Protection Area of Alberta have been amended - they now apply to the High Level Forest Area, the majority of the Peace River Forest Area, and the upper portion of the Slave Lake Forest Areas. More information at: www.albertafirebans.ca
Although the restrictions have been lifted firefighters continue to deal with large wildfires in other parts of the Forest Protection Area.
Please be vigilant with campfires and never leave them unattended. SOAK the ashes, STIR them, and SOAK them again to make sure the fire is completely out.
When operating an OHV, clean any debris that has built up near the exhaust and muffler, under the seat, in wheel wells and around the engine. Always carry a small fire extinguisher, a collapsible shovel and water. These tools can help extinguish a wildfire and safely dispose of hot debris.
Smoke from wildfires in northern Alberta has caused poor air quality and reduced visibility at times. Winds will continue to shift bringing smoky conditions. To view the area where smoke is coming from visit firesmoke.ca. For health related smoke issues, please visit Alberta Health Services
Current Situation
There are no active fires currently burning in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. To date there have been 20 fires in the forest area. All have been extinguished, and all were human caused.
There are currently 17 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. 7 are out of control, 1 is being held, 5 are under control and 4 have been turned over to the responsible parties. Since March 1, 2019, Alberta has recorded 567 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta that have burned a total of 679,124.47 hectares.
Fire lookouts are on high alert constantly watching for smoke, as well as patrols in helicopters. Various pieces of heavy equipment, air tankers, helicopters and firefighters are ready to respond to any new starts.
If you spot a wildfire, call 310-FIRE!
For more information on the wildfire situation across the province of Alberta
- Download our app, available for Apple and Android devices.
- You can also find us on Facebook,Twitter, Youtube
- or visit www.wildfire.alberta.ca
- or AlbertaFireBans.ca
Fort McMurray area contacts:
Inside the Urban Service Area contact: Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo 780-743-7000 or 1-800-973-9663
Outside the Urban Service Area contact: Alberta Forestry at 780-743-7125