The average wildfire danger across the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) is now VERY HIGH. After only a few days of warm and dry conditions, the wildfire danger has quickly climbed back up. Some areas remain MODERATE to HIGH, while pockets of EXTREME persist in the southern portions of the area.
A FIRE ADVISORY remains in effect for the CFA
Under this FIRE ADVISORY:
- Fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis
- Campfires are allowed in both designated campgrounds and random camping areas
Prohibited:
- Any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire
- The use of fireworks and exploding targets
Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.
CALGARY FOREST AREA WILDFIRES TO DATE
There are currently no active wildfires in the CFA.
The CFA has responded to 70 wildfires this season which have burned 6.43 hectares. They have all been extinguished.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE (AS OF 10:00 a.m. August 28)
Since January 1, 2023, there have been 985 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta that have burned 1,916,401.73 hectares.
There are currently 80 active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. One of the wildfires is classified as out of control, 20 are being held and 59 are under control. For the latest information about wildfires: www.alberta.ca/wildfire-status.
MORE INFORMATION:
Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
anastasia.drummond@gov.ab.ca
RELATED INFORMATION
Websites:
- Alberta Wildfire
- Alberta Fire Bans
- FireSmart in Alberta
- Alberta Emergency Alerts
- Air Quality Health Index
- Wildfire Smoke and Your Health
- 511 Road Reports
- Emergency Preparation
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