Grande Prairie Area Update (55)

The wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area is LOW

When fire danger is low, wildfires can still ignite but are not expected to spread to deeper vegetation layers or larger fuels, such as trees. View the provincial wildfire danger map and learn more about how to interpret fire danger by clicking here.

Firefighters urge everyone to report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE (3473).

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Wildfire information

Since January 1, 2024, 33 wildfires have been reported in the Grande Prairie Forest Area burning nearly 175 hectares. There have been no new wildfires in the past 24 hours.

The Kleskun Creek Fire (GCU 007) was first detected May 10, 2024, four kilometers east of the town of Teepee Creek. Firefighters declared this wildfire under control at 1,298 hectares on May 19, 2024. A wildfire is considered under control when it has been successfully managed to ensure no further spread. During this stage, firefighters will monitor for fire activity and extinguish hotspots if detected.

Learn more about wildfire classifications.

2023 carryover wildfires

There is currently one carryover fire still from the 2023 wildfire season. GWF-018 2023 is listed as under control. Areas of this wildfire have remaining hotspots and are being monitored by firefighters.

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Fire Bans, Restrictions and Advisories as well as Off-Highway Vehicle restrictions are in effect throughout several parts of Alberta. Before you go out into a forested area, check albertafirebans.ca for detailed information about restrictions and bans in your location including the Forest Protection Area (FPA), municipalities and provincial parks.

The use of fireworks and exploding targets is restricted in the Forest Protection Area due to high hazard potential of starting a wildfire. Anyone wishing to use fireworks or exploding targets within the Forest Protection Area (FPA), must get written permission from a Forest Officer at your local forest area office. Fireworks fact sheet.

Fire permits

Albertans can request a free fire permit by contacting your local forestry office or using the new, convenient online Fire Permit Portal. 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

View a video about fire permits by clicking here

An estimated 90% of homes damaged or destroyed by wildfire are ignited by embers. Take proactive FireSmart measures around your house and yard today! You can increase your properties’ resistance to wildfire. Checklist

Visit firesmartalberta.ca to learn more. Download the Alberta FireSmart Farm and Acreage Guide here

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 July 2, 2024, unless conditions change.

Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer

(780) 832-7235

kelly.burke@gov.ab.ca