JOIN US AT THE EDSON TRADE SHOW
Join us at the Edson Trade Show this Friday April 28 from noon until 8 p.m. and Saturday April 29 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Take the opportunity to chat with both wildfire and forestry professionals, learn some great wildfire prevention tips and take home your own seedling to celebrate AB Forest Week!
A fire advisory remains in effect for the Edson Forest Area section of the Forest Protection Area due to an abundance of dry fine fuels and expected warm temperatures. Dry grass and crops are very hazardous and will ignite easily. Use extreme caution when working and recreating outdoors.
Under this advisory:
Prohibited:
The fire advisory will remain in effect until fuel and weather conditions improve.
Stay tuned to www.albertafirebans.ca throughout the wildfire season for more information about fire bans and restrictions in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
WE URGE RESIDENTS AND RECREATIONALISTS TO USE EXTRA CAUTION
Due to the current dry grass, warm weather and possible windy conditions, there is an increased risk of wildfires in the Edson Forest Area. We urge residents and visitors to exercise caution and take the following precautions:
We encourage everyone to stay informed about the current wildfire risk and to follow any guidance or orders from emergency personnel. By working together and taking proactive steps, we can help reduce the risk of wildfires in our community.
EDSON FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE
The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area is now HIGH due to dry vegetation, less snow coverage and very little precipitation. Dry grass can catch easily and burn quickly. Always keep watch of your surroundings and avoid work that can cause friction, hot exhaust or spark near dry vegetation.
Since January 1, 2023, there have been 14 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning a total of 4.62 ha.
Wildfires occasionally happen during winter conditions, be aware of your surroundings and ensure you always have sufficient firefighting equipment in case your fire escapes.
Visit our website and click on the interactive map to view active wildfires and their stats on the wildfire dashboard.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since January 1, 2023 in the Forest Protection Area, there have been 191 wildfires burning a total of 603 ha.
HAZARD REDUCTION BURNING
Wildfire firefighters and specialists will be burning areas of dry grass in high risk areas. These locations may include but aren't limited to:
Burning is an efficient way to remove extremely flammable fire fuel. Trained firefighters conduct these burns under specific weather conditions to ensure the fires are controlled and to minimize the impact of smoke to roadways and communities.
To learn more about hazard reduction burning, view our pamphlet by clicking here.
If you have any questions about these hazard reduction burns, contact Wildfire Information Officer - Caroline Charbonneau 780-740-1341.
BEFORE YOUR BURN IT, GET YOUR PERMIT
Fire season officially started March 1 and all existing burns must have a valid a fire permit, with the exception of a campfire, in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
To request your free fire permit, contact the local forest area: (780) 723-8527 or you can request your permit using the online fire permit portal.
We ask that you plan ahead, a forest officer will most likely need to visit your site. For more information regarding fire permits, you can view our video by clicking here.
WILDFIRE PREVENTION TIPS
Albertans are always asked to use caution when working or recreating in the outdoors:
ALBERTA WILDFIRE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact: