Fort McMurray Area Update

Wildfire Danger

Current Wildfire Danger: Fort Chipewyan is HIGH while to the east of Fort McMurray it is LOW and MODERATE to HIGH in the west. Precipitation has been significant in some areas but not in others.

Smoke is drifting into the forest area from the BC wildfires. To stay current on the BC wildfires click here. For smoke forecasts click here. If the air quality is a health concern, please click here for medical advise.

Click here to view today's wildfire danger map. Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473).

Remember never to leave your campfire unattended and make sure it is extinguished. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until it's cool to the touch.

Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473). 

Did you know that your off-highway vehicle can start a wildfire? Check your off-highway vehicle frequently for any smouldering debris. Grass, muskeg, moss or other debris can drop to the ground as you're riding and spark a wildfire. Remember to ride debris free.

Wildfire Situation Reports

Since March 1, 2017, the Fort McMurray Forest Area has recorded 45 wildfires with a total area burned of 245 hectares.

Since March 1, 2017, Alberta has recorded 734 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area that have burned a total of 2,893 hectares. There are currently 15 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Ten are under control and 5 have been turned over to the responsible parties.

Stay current on Alberta's wildfire situation, download the Alberta Wildfire mobile app for Android or Apple  products. You can also join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Forest and Prairie Protection Act | Legislative and Regulatory Changes

The Alberta government is committed to protecting Albertans and their communities from the threat of wildfire. Many wildfires are caused by human-activity, approximately 70% over the past 6 years, and are 100 per cent preventable. 

Last fall legislation was passed to enhance wildfire prevention, to deter risky behaviour and give wildland firefighters more tools to keep Albertans and their communities safe.

For complete details click here.

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