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

Wildfire Situation as of August 17, 2021 at 3:30 p.m.

At this time, there is one active wildfire in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, it is listed as Under Control (UC). Since March 1, 2021 there have been 92 wildfires burning nearly 130 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. For a map and more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca

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FIRE PERMITS

From March 1st until October 31st, fire permits are required for any burning except campfires in the Forest Protection Area (FPA). If you live within the FPA, please contact your local forestry office. Anyone living outside the FPA can contact their municipality for information about local fire permit requirements.

County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648
Spirit River – (780) 814-1983
Valleyview – (780) 524-6576

Sparks & friction from operating equipment or hot exhaust can all produce enough heat to dry out caught-up debris. These hot fuels then drop off and smolder; ready to ignite into a wildfire. When operating equipment clear debris from moving parts. Always check your muffler and keep equipment in good repair. Do not operate equipment in tall grass and keep watch of your surroundings and ensure you have sufficient firefighting equipment and water available.

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Emergency preparedness helps everyone. Being Emergency Ready means we are better prepared to protect our families and communities during emergencies by knowing the risks, making a plan and building an emergency kit.