EDSON FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE
The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area remains LOW. There are currently no active wildfires in the area.
Of the 59 wildfires in our area this wildfire season, six of these wildfires were caused by lightning and 53 were human-caused which means 90% of wildfires in the EFA were caused by human activity.
We would like to thank the public for their patience during the fire ban that was in effect earlier this spring. We are also grateful for your diligence in extinguishing your campfires and reporting any suspected wildfires to 310-FIRE.
For information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca
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WINTER BURNING
SMOKE SAFETY
The lower fire hazard in winter is a safer time to consider doing your burns. There are still some necessary precautions to take before burning, like monitoring the weather to ensure smoke from your burn won’t negatively impact surrounding areas.
Inversions and other weather factors can cause smoke from a winter burn to stay close to the ground and travel great distances. An inversion happens when cold air is trapped near the ground by a layer of warmer air above it. Inversions can cause dangerous driving conditions and impact nearby communities.
When burning in winter:
BURNING SAFETY
Fire permits are only required between March 1st and October 31st and therefore you are not currently required to contact Alberta Wildfire when burning, however we appreciate the information in the event that smoke is reported by the public.
To assist the Edson Forest Area, please report your winter burning by contacting the dispatch line directly (780) 723-8507 with the following:
Following safe burning practices during this period will help prevent holdover fires that can start spring wildfires. Although the snow helps reduce the risk of the fire burning into the ground, we recommend that you check all fall and winter burn sites to ensure that the fire is out. Walk the burn area and roll over any debris to check for hot spots.
Here are a few things to consider when burning this winter:
You can refer to the Brush Piles and Windrows Pamphlet for more information and safe burning practices.
WILDFIRE COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS DAY 2021
Get your applications ready! FireSmart Canada is now accepting applications for the #WildfirePrepDay 2021. Receive $500 to help educate your community about #FireSmart best practices, and make a difference in your region.
To learn more, visit the FireSmart Canada website: bit.ly/WildfirePrepDay2021
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: