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Wildfire update

Grande Prairie Forest Area

Current information on wildfire conditions within the Grande Prairie Forest Area.

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta wildfire application:

Grande Prairie Forest Area - July 16, 2025 - 3:45 pm

High wildfire danger

The wildfire danger is high in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Recent warm temperatures and winds have dried out vegetation. Although some rain has fallen, it has only reached parts of the forest area and did not significantly reduce the overall wildfire risk.

If you're spending time or working outdoors, use extra caution, as these conditions can lead to fast-moving wildfires. 

Wildfire situation

For the most current information on active wildfires, including their locations and stats, visit our interactive wildfire map or download the AB Wildfire Status app.

GWF040, GWF069, GWF070 and GWF073

Firefighters continue to respond to several wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, including GWF040, GWF069, GWF070 and GWF073 which are all classified as under control. Work is ongoing to manage these wildfires and resources remain in place where needed. While conditions vary, wildfire personnel are actively monitoring each fire and will continue responding until they are classified as extinguished. 

An Alberta wildland firefighter stands in a grassy clearing with a helicopter hovering in the background, with a tree line and an evening sky.
An Alberta Wildfire helitack crew member from Calgary works alongside a helicopter on wildfire GWF070. Helitack crews are specially trained in the tactical and logistical use of helicopters for fire suppression. Photo: July 12.

GWF063 – Wildfire north of the Two Lakes Road

Alberta Wildfire continues to respond to GWF063 located approximately 50 km southwest of Grande Prairie and 1 km north of the Two Lakes Road. It remains classified as out of control and estimated at 25 hectares in size. 

Firefighters, helicopters and heavy equipment continue working to contain the wildfire. Recent rain in the area has supported firefighting efforts. At this time, there is no threat to infrastructure, communities or provincial parks.

For the latest municipal updates, including information about the Two Lakes Road, please visit the M.D. of Greenview website.

GWF028 - The Hamelin Creek wildfire 

The Hamelin Creek wildfire, located near Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, remains classified as being held. It is estimated at 5,557 hectares in size. Firefighters, supported by heavy equipment and helicopters, continue to make steady progress by strengthening containment lines and extinguishing hot spots. Dry conditions in the area are adding to the challenge, as the wildfire is burning deep underground. The cause has been determined to be lightning.

For municipality-related updates, visit the Saddle Hills County website.

For information on Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, please see the Alberta Parks website.

GBZ001 - Kiskatinaw River wildfire

The Kiskatinaw River wildfire, which started in British Columbia on May 28, remains classified as being held. It is estimated at 26,277 hectares in size and is located near the Alberta–British Columbia border, about 68 km west of Grande Prairie. Lightning was determined to have caused this wildfire.

The BC Wildfire Service is leading the response to this wildfire, with Alberta Wildfire providing support as needed.

Please be aware that BC Wildfire Service has implemented an Area Restriction Order that limits access to some areas on the B.C. side of the boarder. 

For more information on this wildfire and others in B.C., visit the BC Wildfire Service website.

Grande Prairie Forest Area statistics

Since January 1, there have been 74 wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, burning a total of 5,855 hectares.

Fire advisory

Due to strong winds, a fire advisory is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area. 

Under this advisory:

  • Existing fire permits are valid. Remember fire permits are not valid in winds over 12 km/h.
  • New fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis, for essential burning only.
  • Any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire is prohibited.

Report a wildfire  

Recent lightning in the area may have started wildfires that are still smoldering unseen and could flare up later when conditions are right. Firefighters, equipment and aircraft are ready to respond in the forest area. Many wildfires are first reported by lookout observers, members of the public and industry partners—your eyes on the ground make a difference.

Call 310-FIRE(3473) immediately if you see smoke or flames and suspect it's a wildfire. Here's what you need to tell us:

  • Location: Where is the wildfire? Use road names, GPS coordinates, or legal land descriptions to help pinpoint the location.
  • What’s burning? Is it grass, trees, or crops? Is it on agricultural land?
  • Fire behaviour: Is it stationary or moving? If moving, is it slower or faster than walking speed?
  • Smoke colour: Is the smoke light grey, dark grey, or black?

Learn more about how to report a wildfire.

Published on July 16, 2025 3:43 pm

Wildfire season runs March 1 – October 31.

Get a fire permit

From March 1 to October 31, all burning activities in the Forest Protection Area, excluding campfires, require a fire permit.

Safe burning

Prevent wildfires by checking on winter burn sites.  Winter burns can smoulder underground and often reignite in the spring. Extinguish a fire by soaking it, stirring it, and soaking it again.

Contact info

Kassey Zatko
780-538-5327
kassey.zatko@gov.ab.ca

Media inquiries

780-420-1968
wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca