The wildfire danger is MODERATE for the Grande Prairie Forest Area
Wildfire Situation | September 30, 2022 - 6:00PM
Cool fall weather doesn’t cancel out fire danger. Vegetation is drying so please be cautious when activities such as crop harvesting, hunting and outdoor recreating are underway.
This wildfire season the Grande Prairie Forest Area had 72 wildfires burning nearly 98 hectares. For the latest information on wildfires across the province check out the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Fire Permits
During wildfire season, burning in the Forest Protection Area (FPA) requires a permit, with the exception of a campfire. 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.
Do your part to prevent wildfire, know the fire danger before starting work each day, check local fire restrictions and adjust or postpone operations as necessary. Never leave your campfire unattended. Always properly extinguished your campfire by soaking it with water, stirring it up and soaking it again, do this until the ashes are cool to the touch.
To report a wildfire call 310-FIRE (3473) or #FIRE on your cell phone.
Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer
(780) 832 7235
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