Firefighters responded and put out an abandoned campfire along the Macleod River Saturday morning. Do your part and make sure your campfire is fully extinguished. A campfire can burn deep into the ground and flare up again in dry or windy weather. Soak the ashes and stir them. Keep soaking the ashes until they are cool to the touch. Even if you are going for a short hike, make sure your campfire is out.
A second wildfire was sparked by lightning. Firefighters have this wildfire under control.
Off-highway veichles can also start wildfires.While riding, stop frequently to check your vehicle for the build up of grass, branches or debris. This material can catch fire and drop from your vehicle as you drive; acting like a drip-torch it can start a wildfire. Learn more here.
Weather
Despite some rain in the area, continued dry and warm conditions in the Whitecourt Wildfire Management Area (WWMA) leave the wildfire hazard VERY HIGH.
There's continued risk of lighting started wildfires. Please report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE (3473). here's a look at the lightning that has already hit the province. Map.
The fire advisory for the area continues. SAFE campfires are still allowed, however fire permits are suspended. Visit www.albertafirebans.ca for the latest fire ban information across the province.
Local Wildfires
As of July 11, 2015 at 12:45 p.m. there are four wildfires in the area. Firefighters have each of these wildfires under control.
Since April 1, 2015, firefighters have extinguished 44 wildfires.
Unless conditions change, you can expect your next wildfire update July 12.
Janelle Lane | Wildfire Information Officer
mobile: 780.217.1285
