Grande Prairie Area Update

Grande Prairie Area Update September 27, 2023

Posted on Wed, Sep 27, 2023

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The wildfire danger remains HIGH for the Grande Prairie Forest Area

Wildfire Situation

There are currently eight wildfires burning in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Since January 1, there have been 69 wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area (GPFA), burning nearly 141,410 hectares. 

Firefighters remain on alert for new wildfires and continue to monitor existing ones. For more information on the current wildfire situation, visit Alberta Wildfire Status. 

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GWF066 is classified as being held (BH) at 12.9 hectares. This wildfire is approximately 10 kilometers northeast of Gundy. 

GWF018 is classified as under control (UC) at 49,328 hectares. It is being managed by the Peace River Forest Area. 

GWF019 is known as the Bald Mountain fire. It is classified as under control (UC) at 19,435 hectares. This wildfire is approximately 17 kilometers west of Highway 40.

GWF027 is classified as under control (UC) at 54,988 hectares.

GWF017 & GWF023 - Sturgeon Lake Complex (GCX001)

GWF017 is classified as under control (UC) at 5,479 hectares. 

GWF023 is classified as under control (UC) at 3,889 hectares.

GWF035 & GWF038 - Boone Lake Complex (GCX002)

GWF035 is located 20 km north of Valhalla Center, near the northeast side of Boone Lake. This wildfire is 872 hectares in size and is classified as under control (UC). 

GWF038 is located 10 km west of Deadwood Lake, in Township 77-10. This wildfire is 7,148 hectares and classified as under control (UC).

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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.

Off-highway vehicles

Exhaust systems heat up to temperatures in excess of 200°C. At these temperatures, built up materials and debris on your machine (such as grass, muskeg, moss) can heat up, smoulder and ignite. Hot debris can drop to the ground as you are riding, starting a wildfire.  Keep watch while riding and extinguish small fires if you have water available. If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

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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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