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

Burning is not permitted during windy conditions. Gusting winds are expected to continue this weekend. High winds can cause extreme fire behavior and allow fires to grow rapidly. 

Wildfire Situation

At this time, the Grande Prairie Forest Area has recorded 22 wildfires with a total of 8.44 hectares burned. All fires have been extinguished. For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province visit our Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.

 

Fire Permits

During wildfire season, you are required to have a fire permit if you plan on burning in the Forest Protection Area (FPA), with the exception of a campfire. Do not burn during windy conditions. 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 using the new, convenient online Fire Permit Portal.

• County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648 

• Spirit River – (780) 814-1983

• Valleyview – (780) 524-6576

Downloading the  AB Wildfire Status App

The AB Wildfire Status app gives detailed mapping, wildfire numbers and perimeters, report a wildfire as well as the ability to receive notification when new wildfire information is available. Download it today on  Apple and Android 

For more information contact:

• Alberta Wildfire
• Alberta Fire Bans
• FireSmart in Alberta
• Alberta Emergency Alerts
• Air Quality Health Index
• Wildfire Smoke and Your Health
• 511 Road Reports
• Emergency Preparation