Wildfire Situation | August 22, 2022 - 6:00 AM

There are three active wildfire all classified as under control (UC) in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. On Saturday Alberta saw over 30 new wildfire starts from a lightning storm that passed over the province. For the latest information on wildfires check out the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.

The wildfire danger is HIGH to VERY HIGH across the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Lightning related fires occurring in the late afternoon and are common in August. Please call 310-FIRE (3473) or #FIRE on your cell phone to report a wildfire.

Since March 1, 2022 there have been 48 wildfires burning nearly 96 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Smoky conditions in the province are being caused by recent wildfire starts as well as winds from BC wildfires. To learn more about smoke and where it's coming from visit firesmoke.ca

Fireworks and Exploding Targets

The use of fireworks and exploding targets are prohibited without written permission from a Forest Officer. The debris caused when fireworks and exploding targets are detonated are hot and risk causing a wildfire when they come into contact with fuels in the forest, such as dry grass.

'If you are found to be responsible for starting a wildfire, you may have to pay a $600 fine or worse, the cost of fighting the wildfire.’ Learn more about The Forest and Prairie Protection Act  here.

Fire Permits

Do not burn during windy conditions. You are required to have a fire permit when burning in the Forest Protection Area (FPA), with the exception of a campfire. Check Alberta Fire Bans for the most up to date information on advisories, restrictions and bans in your area. Anyone living outside the FPA can contact their municipality for information about local fire permit requirements. Request a free fire permit by contacting your local forestry office or use the new online Fire Permit Portal.

County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648 

Spirit River – (780) 814-1983

Valleyview – (780) 524-6576

Wildfire Information

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

Available for Apple and Android.

Before heading out, please check albertafirebans.ca to determine whether there are any fire advisories, fire restrictions or fire bans in effect for your destination.

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