The average wildfire danger across the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) has increased to HIGH with some pockets of VERY HIGH to EXTREME. Although some much needed precipitation fell in some areas of the CFA, it was very localized and only decreased the wildfire danger in the immediate area. This week will bring more warm temperatures and dry conditions. The forecast is also calling for very strong winds. These conditions can help fuel fast moving wildfires.
WILDFIRES IN THE CFA
There are currently no active wildfires in the CFA.
Since January 1, the CFA has responded to 45 wildfires which have burned 11.96 hectares.
Resources from the CFA have been released from CCU-002 in Rocky View County.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE SUMMARY (as of 10:00 am June 11, 2024)
- Since January 1, there have been 418 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area that have burned 27,985.99 hectares (ha).
- There are currently 20 active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. They are all under control.
- There are currently 12 carryover wildfires from the 2023 season.
For the most up-to-date wildfire information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
ALBERTAFIREBANS.CA
The City of Calgary and several surrounding municipalities have precautionary fire bans in place in response to the ongoing critical water main break and associated water shortages. Check albertafirebans.ca to see if you are impacted.
WILDFIRE DASHBOARD
The wildfire dashboard provides up-to-date wildfire information at the click of a button. This interactive tool displays important statistics on the number of active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, sizes, locations and more.
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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