Grande Prairie Area Update

Grande Prairie Area Update October 10, 2023

Posted on Tue, Oct 10, 2023

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The wildfire danger is HIGH for the Grande Prairie Forest Area.

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 Wildfire Situation | October 10, 2023 - 3:30 p.m.

Since March 1, 2023 there have been 73 wildfires burning nearly 141,417 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. A fire advisory is in effect and will remain until we see significant precipitation and cooler temperatures.

The wildfire season in Alberta officially ends on October 31, 2023. Although we are starting to experience cool fall weather, it is important to continue to do your part to prevent wildfires. Over the upcoming weeks, areas of grass will dry out and become flammable. Firefighters urge everyone to use caution when working or recreating in grassy areas.

Due to wildfire activity in Alberta, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories, smoky conditions may occur. Visit www.firesmoke.ca to see where the smoke is coming from. Anyone with health concerns should visit Alberta Health Services or call 811 for health advice from Alberta Health Link.  

For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province check Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.  

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A FIRE ADVISORY is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area.
 
Due to above seasonal temperatures with dry and windy conditions. Current fire permits remain valid.  Any new fire permits may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
 
Prohibited:
 
Any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire, is prohibited.
 
Allowed:
  • Safe wood campfires *
  • Backyard fire pits
  • Portable propane fire pits
  • Gas or propane stoves and barbecues
  • Catalytic or infrared-style heaters
*Safe wood campfires - should be within a metal, brick, or rock fire ring. They are required to:
a)  be on rock, gravel, sand, or another non-combustible surface that extends at least one metre around the fire;
b)  have a responsible person in attendance to keep fire under control at all times and extinguish before leaving;
c)  have on hand enough water on site to extinguish the fire. Safe wood campfires on private lands include private land campgrounds and private land recreation areas; and
d)  Municipalities, Parks and protected areas may have additional fire safety requirements.
 
Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

To view a map of the fire advisory area visit www.albertafirebans.ca

The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve. Firefighters thank you for your cooperation.

 
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Assistance from the public plays a vital role in detecting wildfires on the landscape. Calling 310-FIRE is available toll free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you see a wildfire or suspicious smoke – regardless of where or when it happens – please make the call. The 310-FIRE line was created as a means for the public to report wildfires in the forested areas. If you see fire threatening a community, call 911 immediately.

Fire Permits

Before you burn it, get a fire permit. Until October 31st, fire permits are required for any type of burning in the Forest Protection Area (FPA). The only exception is for a cooking or warming campfire. 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

For more information regarding fire permits, you can view our video by clicking here.

Wildfire Information

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.

 

For information contact:

Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer

(780) 832-7235

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