The wildfire danger is extreme across the entire Fort McMurray Forest Area.
A fire advisory is in effect for the entire Fort McMurray Forest Area.
We expect hot and dry weather conditions over the next few days. Wildfires can start easily and spread quickly; be sure to exercise extreme caution when recreating outdoors.
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A fire advisory is in effect for the Fort McMurray Forest Area.
Under this advisory:
Permitted:
Prohibited:
The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.
For more information go to the Alberta Fire Bans website.
To see the forecasted fire danger click here, updates daily at 3:00 PM.
FORT MCMURRAY WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since January 1, 2024 there have been 39 wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area, burning a total of approximately 26,643 hectares (ha).
MWF010 was discovered on April 21 and is located near the Birch Mountains. It is classified as under control at 7,976 ha in size. This means that this wildfire is contained and will be extinguished. This wildfire was human-caused.
MWF017 was discovered on May 9 and is located southwest of Fort McMurray. It is classified as under control at 18,593 ha. This means that this wildfire is contained and will be extinguished. The cause of this wildfire remains under investigation.
MWF034 was discovered today, is approximately 0.04 ha in size and is located approximately 10 km northwest of Highway 63, southwest of Fort McMurray. It is classified as being held. Currently, we have 2 helitack crews and one helicopter working on this wildfire. This wildfire is not a threat to any community at this time.
MWF037 was discovered today, is approximately 1 ha in size and is located approximately 8 km southeast of Highway 63, south of Fort McMurray. It is classified as out of control. Currently, we have one crew and three helicopters working on this wildfire as well as MWF039, which is 0.01 ha in size. This wildfire is not a threat to any community at this time.
MWF038 was discovered today, is approximately 0.1 ha in size and is located approximately 8 km southeast of Highway 63, south of Fort McMurray. It is classified as out of control. Currently, we have one crew and two helicopters working on this wildfire. This wildfire is not a threat to any community at this time.
For up-to-date information on the current wildfire situation, visit Alberta Wildfire Status.
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CONTACT:
Emily Smith
Wildfire Information Officer | Fort McMurray Forest Area
Phone: 780-799-9253
Email:emily.smith@gov.ab.ca
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