Rain and cooler temperatures mean the wildfire danger has dropped to LOW/MODERATE across the Edson Forest Area: MODERATE in Hinton and surrounding areas and LOW elsewhere.
However, sunshine and warm temperatures are expected to return Friday and throughout the long weekend. As drier conditions return, the wildfire danger will start to climb again.
Continue to use caution and never leave your campfire unattended. If you spot a wildfire call 310-FIRE.
FIRE ADVISORY IN EFFECT - as of May 14, 2018 @ 8:00 a.m.
Not allowed
- All burning under current fire permits are cancelled (except burn barrels) and
- No new fire permits will be issued until further notice.
What is allowed
- Safe wood campfires in campgrounds (within fire rings) or random camping areas
- Charcoal briquettes
- Portable propane fire pits
- Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
- Catalytic or infrared-style heaters
Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it, and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.
If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.
The Fire Advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve. Visit Alberta Firebans for current information.
ALBERTA FIREBANS GOES MOBILE
Download the new Alberta fire ban app, available for Android and Apple devices, to make planning your next outdoor adventure a breeze!
Features include:
- Push notification settings for specific geographic areas.
- Three distinct categories - fire bans, restrictions and advisories.
- Up-to-date data sourced directly from provincial fire authorities.
- Provides data from last time opened even without data or WiFi.
WILDFIRE SITUATION - May 17, 2018 @ 10:00 a.m.
We had one new wildfire yesterday in the southeast corner of the EFA. Thanks to the hard work of firefighters this wildfire is now under control at 8.3 hectares.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE STATS (May 15 @ 10:00 am)
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There are currently 25 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Three are being held (BH), 11 wildfires are under control (UC) and 11 wildfires have been turned over to the responsible parties.
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Since March 1, 2018, Alberta has recorded 274 wildfires in the Forest Protection Area that have burned a total of 1,232.64 hectares.
For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca
OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES CAN START WILDFIRES
Be careful if operating quads and bikes in grassy areas. Grass, twigs, leaves and mud can build up in the hotspots, heat up, drop off and start a wildfire. Remember to clean your machine before, during and after your ride.
ALBERTA WILDFIRE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact:
Joan Simonton, Wildfire Information Officer
Edson Forest Area
780.712.5846
joan.simonton@gov.ab.ca