The rain has brought some relief to the wildfire hazard for areas west and south of Lesser Slave Lake. At this time areas to the north (Wabasca, Red Earth, Trout, Peerless, Chipewyan Lakes) have not received rain and the hazard remains HIGH. Areas of dead dry grass are extremely flammable and under windy conditions a grass fire will spread very quickly. Residents and visitors are urged to be extra cautious with any burning at this time.

The forecast is calling for strong winds, cooler temperatures and chance of rain overnight and into Friday. 

Wildfire Report as of April 16 4:00 pm

There was one new wildfire early this morning. At 2:31 am a member of the public reported a grass fire within the community of Sucker Creek.The wildfire burned 30 hectares and has been extinguished.

Since April 1, the Slave Lake Wildfire Management Area has recorded nine wildfires which have burned 77.95 hectares. All nine of the wildfires have been extinguished.

Fire Permits

The fire permit suspension has been lifted and new fire permits are being issued. However permits will not be issued for large brush piles or large areas of dead grass. All permit holders must follow the permit conditions. To request your fire permit call your local Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Office 310-ESRD (3773).