Whitecourt Forest Area Wildfire Update

Wildfire Update - October 5, 2020

The wildfire danger rating for the Whitecourt Forest Area is High.

There are currently two wildfires burning in the Whitecourt Forest Area:

WWF-033 - This wildfire is currently under control at 0.6 hectares in size.
WWF-035 - This wildfire is currently under control at 0.87 hectares in size.
WWF-036 - This wildfire is currently out of control at 3.91 hectares in size. The fire is being actioned by 5 firefighters and an intermediate helicopter. We expect the fire to be contained by the end of October 5th.
WWF-037 - This wildfire is currently contained and is 1.5 hectares in size. The fire is being actioned by 9 fire fighters and one medium helicopter.

Since March 1, there have been 37 wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area, burning a total of 8.52 hectares.

For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca.

While out hunting and recreating, please remember to use caution in the forest. During the fall, dry grass and branches can stick to parts on an OHV. Take the time to prevent wildfires by checking these hotspots frequently.

If you choose to drive an off-highway vehicle in Alberta’s forested areas please remember:

OHV exhausts can get very hot, reaching temperatures of over 200 Celsius, causing debris caught near the exhaust to become heated. This debris can potentially start a wildfire when it falls to the ground.
Before you ride, clean any debris that has built up near the exhaust and muffler, under the seat, in wheel wells and around the engine.
Carry a small fire extinguisher, a collapsible shovel and water. These tools can help extinguish a wildfire and safely dispose of hot debris.

Fire Permits are still required until October 31st, 2020.

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