The wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area is LOW.
Wildfire prevention is everyone's responsibility. Be extra careful with fire and never leave your campfire unattended. Soak it with water, stir it it up and soak it again. A campfire isn't extinguished until it is cool to the touch.
To report wildfires call 310-FIRE (3473).
Since January 1, 2024, 33 wildfires have been reported in the Grande Prairie Forest Area burning nearly 175 hectares.
The Kleskun Creek Fire (GCU 007) was first detected May 10, 2024, four kilometers east of the town of Teepee Creek. Firefighters declared this wildfire under control at 1,298 hectares on May 19, 2024. A wildfire is considered under control when it has been successfully managed to ensure no further spread. During this stage, firefighters will monitor for fire activity and extinguish hotspots if detected.
Learn more about wildfire classifications.
There is currently one carryover fire still from the 2023 wildfire season. GWF-018 2023 is listed as under control. Areas of this wildfire have remaining hotspots and are being monitored by firefighters.
Fire Bans, Restrictions and Advisories as well as Off-Highway Vehicle restrictions are in effect throughout several parts of Alberta. Before you head out into a forested area check albertafirebans.ca daily for detailed information about restrictions and bans in your location including the Forest Protection Area (FPA), municipalities and provincial parks.
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 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
View a video about fire permits by clicking here
Protect your home from a wildfire with simple actions. Whether you are doing regular yard maintenance or making large scale changes during renovations or landscaping, you can make choices that will help protect your home from wildfire. Check out firesmartalberta.ca
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.
To view wildfires on a map, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
The Forest Protection Area is divided into 10 forest areas. Find the latest updates for each area here or subscribe to receive them in your inbox.
When wildfire danger is low to moderate, updates will be issued weekly. However, when the danger escalates to high or extreme levels, updates will be provided daily if fires are active and/ or out of control.
Expect your next wildfire update on June 21, 2024, unless conditions change.
Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer
(780) 832-7235
Subscribe to the Grande Prairie Forest Area wildfire update to receive an email when new information is posted.
Phone: 1-866-394-3473