Grande Prairie Area Update (21)

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

Smoke from wildfires in the northern areas of British Columbia and Alberta may continue to drift into the area over the coming days. To find out more about where the smoke is coming from and how long it is expected to be present visit Firesmoke.ca. If you have health related concerns, please call Health Link at 811.

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.

Wildfire Information

Since January 1, 2024, 95 wildfires have been reported in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, burning nearly 409.39 hectares. Of the 95 wildfires, 82 have been extinguished, one has been turned over to the responsible party, eight are being held and four are under control. To view these wildfires on a map, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.

For information on fire bans in Alberta, please visit AlbertaFireBans.ca or contact 311 for more information on fire bans, advisories and permits.

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A fire restriction is in place for parts (fire control zones 27-30) of the Grande Prairie Forest Area.

Under this restriction:

- Existing fire permits are restricted, suspended or cancelled and no new fire permits will be issued

- Safe wood campfires within fire rings in campgrounds are allowed

Prohibited on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas:

- All outdoor wood fires

- Fires fueled exclusively by charcoal briquettes

- The use of fireworks and exploding targets

Allowed in designated campgrounds on private and public land, designated day use areas and on privately owned land:

- Safe wood campfires

- Backyard fire pits, charcoal briquette barbeques

- Propane/ natural gas-powered that is appliances CSA approved or UL certified

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.

The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve.

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When wildfire danger is low to moderate, updates will be issued weekly. However, when the danger escalates to high or extreme levels, updates will be provided daily if fires are active and/or out of control.

Expect your next wildfire update on August 16, 2024, unless conditions change.

Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer

(780) 832-7235

kelly.burke@gov.ab.ca