The wildfire danger across the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) is now MODERATE. The overall wildfire danger remains low, however above seasonal temperatures and strong winds have accelerated the snow melt. Exposed areas of dead grass are of particular concern and can carry fast moving wildfires.
ACTIVE WILDFIRE IN THE CFA
Wildland firefighters are responding to a wildfire located west of Ghost Lake, north of highway 1A. The wildfire is currently classified as OUT OF CONTROL. Personnel from the CFA are on scene with a helicopter, as well as multiple municipal partner agencies. CWF-008 is estimated at 4 hectares and the cause remains under investigation.
There is no immediate threat to any communities or infrastructure at this time and crews are making excellent progress.
Smoke may be impacting highway 1A, and temporary closures may be in place. Please check Alberta 511 for the latest information.
For municipal updates, please see the Municipal District of Bighorn website.
CWF-008 as seen from the air on the afternoon of February 25.
2025 WILDFIRE SEASON
The 2025 wildfire season will begin on March 1. Fire permits will once again be required for any burning (except for a campfire) in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Alberta Wildfire has been busy preparing for the upcoming season, we will have more updates on available resources and plans for the season as we get closer to spring.
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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