Calgary Area Update (16)

The average wildfire danger across the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) is now HIGH. Widespread precipitation was observed across the CFA over the past 48 hours. Virtually all our gauges logged significant precipitation helping to drop the wildfire danger across the entire CFA. Although short lived, several areas received snow. The forecast is calling for a return to above seasonal temperatures which will lead to a slow increase in wildfire danger, however the recent substantial precipitation will moderate that increase.

ACTIVE WILDFIRES IN THE CFA

CWF-057 (Fallentimber Fire) is UNDER CONTROL at 48.8 hectares. It is located approximately 25 km west of Water Valley.

Since January 1, the CFA has responded to 71 wildfires which have burned 63.40 hectares.

Mockingbird lookout August 29 Our wildfire lookouts are often the first to report new detections. This lookout received over 36mm of rain in a 48 hour period helping to drop the wildfire danger to LOW.

PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE SUMMARY (as of 10:00 am August 29, 2024)

Since January 1, there have been 1,108 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area that have burned 706,717 hectares (ha).
There are currently 74 active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. Of these wildfires, 1 is classified as out of control, 28 are being held and 45 are under control.
There remains one carryover wildfire from the 2023 season.

For the most up-to-date wildfire information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.

LAST LONG WEEKEND OF THE SUMMER

Before heading out on your long weekend travels, please check albertafirebans.ca to determine whether there are any fire advisories, fire restrictions or fire bans in effect for your destination. If you plan on having a campfire, keep it small, safe and ALWAYS attended. When you are leaving your site or headed to bed, your campfire must be fully extinguished. Soak it, stir it, soak it again to ensure it is out.

Off highway vehicles can start wildfires. Please stop often to clean your exhaust to ensure you are not the cause of a wildfire. Stay on approved trails and follow all guidelines.

Please remember that fireworks and exploding targets are prohibited in the Forest Protection Area without the express written permission from a Forest Officer. The use of these items could earn you a $600 written violation and if you are found responsible for causing a wildfire you could also be held responsible for the costs associated with extinguishing that wildfire.

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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.

Wildfire Dashboard