Whitecourt Area Update

The wildfire hazard is extreme in the Whitecourt Wildfire Management Area (WWMA) as high temperatures and low humidity levels continue.

The fire advisory for the area continues. Safe campfires are allowed, however fire permits are suspended. Visit www.albertafirebans.ca for the latest fire ban information across the province. 

Local wildfires

There are three wildfires in the area. Firefighters have each of these wildfires under control. Here's a look at the wildfire 11 kilometres south of Swan Hills. Firefighters have extinguished hot areas around the edges of this wildfire.

Windy conditions continue

Winds are forecast at 15-20 kilometres an hour, gusting to 40 kilometres an hour. In these conditions wildfires can start easily and spread quickly. Our firefighters need your help to get to wildfires while they are small. Please report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE.

Off-highway vehicle safety tips

If you are using an offf-highway vehicle stop frequently and check for any debris that has built up. 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.

Campfire safety tips

Smoke concerns

Smoke from wildfires burning across western Canada may drift across the province. Alberta Health Services issued a precautionary air quality advisory on July 3. Residents with health concerns should contact Alberta Health Link by calling 8-1-1. Smoke forecasts are available here. 

Unless conditions change, you can expect your next wildfire update July 10.

Janelle Lane | Wildfire Information Officer
mobile: 780.217.1285