Grande Prairie Forest Area - March 21, 2025
Fire danger can increase quickly as the snow melts. A wildfire can start and spread easily when dead and dry vegetation is exposed. If you see smoke or fire in a forested area, call 310-FIRE to report it.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, there have been no new wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area.
If you have done any burning this winter, remember to go back to the site often and ensure it's fully extinguished. Winter burn piles can reignite and become a wildfire when temperatures get warmer. Visit safe burning for tips to ensure your burn pile is extinguished.
Get a fire permit
Permits are now required in the Grande Prairie Forest Area.
- In Grande Prairie, Grovedale or County West, call 780-814-1648
- In Spirit River, call 780-814-1983
- In Valleyview, call 780-524-6576
Visit Get a fire permit to request one online.
Wildfire readiness
Firefighter crews are training and preparing for the wildfire season. Protecting Albertans and our communities is our top priority and we are ready to respond to any new wildfires.
Published on March 21, 2025 2:22 pm
Wildfire season runs March 1 – October 31.
From March 1 to October 31, all burning activities in the Forest Protection Area, excluding campfires, require a fire permit.
Prevent wildfires by checking on winter burn sites. Winter burns can smoulder underground and often reignite in the spring. Extinguish a fire by soaking it, stirring it, and soaking it again.
Contact info
Provincial Information Officer
780-420-1968
wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca