The rain we received has been scattered. The wildfire hazard is MODERATE 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 rain overnight and into Saturday. 

Wildfire Report as of April 17 4:00 pm

There were no new wildfires today.

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

From March 1 to October 31, Albertans in the forested areas need to get a FIRE PERMIT for any burning, excluding campfires. To request your free fire permit call your local Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Office. 

Slave Lake/Red Earth 780.849.7377

High Prairie 780.523.6619

Wabasca 780.891.3890