Recent temperatures, higher humidity values, and stable conditions have the fire danger in the Fort McMurray forest area at high. The next update will be Monday, August 20.
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WILDFIRE SITUATION - August 17, 2018
Since March 1, 2018 there have been 94 wildfires that have burned approximately 2,671 hectares in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. There are currently no fires in the Fort McMurray forest area.
August 17 at 10 am
There are currently 16 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Four are being held, 8 are under control, and 4 have been turned over to the responsible parties.
Since March 1, 2018, Alberta has recorded 1,129 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area that have burned a total of 52,289.29 hectares.
Make sure it's out! A campfire left smoldering can cause a wildfire. Never leave your campfire unattended and make sure it's out. Soak it with water, stir up the ashes and soak it again. A campfire is out when the ashes are cool to the touch.
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