Grande Prairie Area Update

Grande Prairie Area Update - February 26, 2024

Posted on Mon, Feb 26, 2024


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The fire advisory for the Grande Prairie Forest Area has been removed as of 10 a.m., February 26, 2024 with the return of snow and forecasted precipitation. Wildfires can still start in cooler weather, especially in dry and windy conditions. Always use caution in forested areas. 

Check and re-check your winter burns to help prevent holdover fires. Deep layers of organic soils are common throughout the peace country region. This organic material may ignite under debris piles and smolder during the winter months. Wildfires like these won't show smoke or flames and are quietly waiting for a windy day to become active.  Fires can travel very quickly in exposed dry grass. If you see smoke or flames in the forest, report it by calling 310-FIRE (3473).

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Wildfire information
 
Since January 1, 2024, there has been six wildfires reported in the Grande Prairie Forest Area burning nearly 74 hectares. Now’s the time to go back and check on any winter burn projects to make sure they are fully extinguished.

There are currently 10 wildfires burning in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Six of these are carryover fires from the 2023 wildfire season. All wildfires are listed as under control and are being monitored by firefighters or have been tuned over to the responsible party for extinguishment. 

For more information on the current wildfire situation, visit Alberta Wildfire Status.

Download the Alberta Wildfire app today and get access to real-time information on wildfires in your area. You can also find information on reporting wildfire, fire bans and fire updates across the province and much more all on your mobile device.

Available for Apple and Android.


2024 seasonal recruitment
 
We're Hiring

Are you interested in joining the Alberta Wildfire team this summer? Check out our website to learn more!

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-wildfire-recruitment


Fire Permits

Before you burn it, get a fire permit. Fire permits help us to track what is burning on the landscape. If you're burning without a fire permit or outside fire permit conditions, your fire is considered a wildfire.  Anyone living outside the FPA can contact their municipality for information about local fire permit requirements.
Albertans living or working in the Forest Protection Area of the province can request a free fire permit by contacting your local forestry office or using the new, convenient online Fire Permit Portal. 

County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648
Spirit River - (780) 814-1983
Valleyview - (780) 524-6576

Please get a fire permit for any burning project, other than a campfire, and always follow our safe burning guidelines.

View a video fire permits about  by clicking here.


For more information contact:

Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer

(780) 832-7235

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