The average wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) is MODERATE overall, but pockets of VERY HIGH to EXTREME remain. The storm cells moving through have given more precipitation coverage across the forest area helping to moderate the wildfire danger in the short term. The forecast is calling for an extended period of hot temperatures and dry conditions. It is anticipated that the wildfire danger will rebound quickly.
CWF-036
We continue to see substantial lightning activity across the CFA and conditions in some areas are conducive to supporting new wildfires. CWF-036 was ignited on July 17. Our crews responded quickly and this wildfire is now classified as BEING HELD at 0.2 hectares. Please report any wildfires you see to 310-FIRE.
CALGARY FOREST AREA WILDFIRES TO DATE
The CFA has responded to 36 wildfires this season which have burned 4.92 hectares.
FIRE PERMITS
You can request your fire permit online or by phone. Fire permits are required for any burning, except campfires, in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Fire permits help us to track what is burning on the landscape. If you're burning without a fire permit or outside fire permit conditions, your fire is considered a wildfire.
To request a fire permit online, visit the portal. You will need a MyAlberta Digital ID to access the portal. Please note that you can still request your permit from the Calgary Forest Area main office by calling 403-297-8800.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE (AS OF 10:00 a.m. July 18)
Since January 1, 2023, there have been 864 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta that have burned 1,729,135.85 hectares.
There are currently 120 active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. 20 of the wildfires are classified as out of control, 41 are being held and 59 are under control. For the latest information about wildfires: www.alberta.ca/wildfire-status.
WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION THIS WILDFIRE SEASON
Download the Alberta Wildfire app today and get access to accurate, real-time information on wildfires in your area and across the Forest Protection Area.
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Bookmark albertafirebans.ca or download the Alberta Fire Bans app to access information on fire advisories, fire restrictions and fire bans in effect across the province.
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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