Recent rainfall has dropped the wildfire danger level to Low with a pocket of Moderate in the southwest of the Fort McMurray forest area. Click here to view today's wildfire danger map. Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473).
Wildfire Situation Reports
Since March 1, 2017 there have been 88 fires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. There are currently six wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. One is being held and 5 are under control. There is no threat to community or infrastructure.
Provincially, there are currently 23 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Three wildfires are out of control, seven are being held, nine are under control and four have been turned over to the responsible parties.
Since March 1, Alberta has recorded 1,075 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area that have burned a total of 19,969 hectares.
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.
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. Alberta Wildfire Blog: blog.wildfire.alberta.caCONTACTS
Inside the Urban Service Area contact: Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo 780-792-5519
Outside the Urban Service Area contact: Agriculture and Forestry at 780-743-7125
Lynn Daina
Information Officer
mobile: 780-799-9253