The fire danger in the Fort McMurray Forest Area is overall LOW.
Please use caution when working or recreating in the outdoors. Always ensure you fully extinguish your campfire and if you see smoke or flame in the forest, call 310-FIRE (3473).
FORT MCMURRAY WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since January 1, 2022, there have been 117 wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area, burning a total of 103,828 ha. There are currently seven active wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area and these fires are classified as under control.
MWF114 was detected October 30 and is classified as under control. The wildfire is approximately seven hectares and it located approximately 26km south of Fort McMurray. No communities are at risk at this time.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since January 1, 2022 in the Forest Protection Area, there have been 1,273 wildfires burning a total of 130,889 ha.
WINTER BURNING
While wildfire season officially ends October 31 and a fire permit is no longer required for burning inside the Forest Protection Area, it’s important to keep safe winter burning practices top of mind.
Refrain from burning when an inversion is in place or is forecasted.
Consult your local municipality on how to safely undertake larger winter burning projects near communities or roads.
Actively manage burn projects to reduce total burning time.
Burn debris in stages so that you can adapt to changing weather conditions and reduce smoke.
Don’t burn until you have good snow cover in the area (more than 15 cm).
Due to minimal snow accumulation the chance of holdover fires from abandoned campfires still exists. If you're having a campfire please ensure you soak it, stir it and soak it again. Ensure the campfire is out properly or the fire could burn underground and re-ignite in the spring starting a wildfire.
Fore more winter burning tips click here.
Acquiring your Personal Use Forest Products Permit to harvest a Christmas tree is free and easy! Get your permit and learn where and what you're allowed to cut by clicking here.
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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, and Emergency Preparation.
Social Media:
Alberta Wildfire on Facebook and Alberta Wildfire on Twitter
Apps:
Alberta Wildfire App for Apple or Android and Alberta Fire Bans App for Apple or Android.