Fort McMurray Area Update

Wildfire Danger

Current Wildfire Danger: The current wildfire hazard climbs to HIGH for the Fort McMurray Forest Area.

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

Closure of Richardson Backcountry Access

Please be advised there is a closure to the Richardson Backcountry via the Fort Chipewyan winter road as wildfires burn in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. To read the latest news from the Regional municipality of Wood Buffalo click here.

Wildfire Situation Reports

Since March 1, 2017 there have been 67 fires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. As of noon, one fire is out of control and three are under control.

• MWF-065 – The out of control wildfire is approximately 81 km north of the Fort McMurray and is currently 110 hectares in size. There are 28 firefighters and support staff, 6 helicopters and 1 airtanker currently fighting this fire.

Provincially, there are currently 14 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. One is out of control, two are being held, nine are under control and two have been turned over to the responsible parties.

Since March 1, Alberta has recorded 871 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area that have burned a total of 4,006.41 hectares. 

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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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