A fire restriction is in effect for the High Level Forest Area.
The wildfire danger in the High Level Forest Area is HIGH. The fire danger is continuing to build with warmer temperatures and lower humidity. If you see smoke or flame in the forest and suspect it's a wildfire, call 310-FIRE.
FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT
Human-caused wildfires are entirely preventable. Use extreme caution if you are doing any work that will produce a spark, friction or hot exhaust. A fire will quickly spread in dry and dead grass. If you’re using your OHV, remember to stop often, cool down your machine and check your hotspots. Grass can get stuck in the hot areas of your OHV, heat up and start a wildfire when it falls to the ground.
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 appliances CSA approved or UL certified
The fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve. To view restriction boundaries, visit AlbertaFireBans.ca.
HIGH LEVEL FOREST AREA | WILDFIRE SITUATION | APRIL 24, 2024
Since January 1, 2024, there have been 20 wildfires in the High Level Forest Area burning a total of 30 hectares (ha). Of these wildfires, two are classified as being held (BH), three are under control (UC), one is turned over to the land owner (TO) and 14 have been extinguished. To see a map of the wildfires in the High Level Forest Area and across the province please click here.
- HWF013 is now classified as being held. The wildfire is located approximately 20 km south of Wadlin Lake and estimated to be 25 hectares in size. 17 firefighters, seven pieces of heavy equipment and two helicopters are supporting firefighting efforts. There is no threat to communities at this time.
- HWF014 is now classified as being held is 1 ha in size.
There are 14 carry over wildfires from the 2023 wildfire season. Of these fires, 11 are classified as under control (UC), one is being held (BH) and two are mutual aid wildfires. The wildfires remaining on the landscape from are being observed for fire activity and resources are being deployed to extinguish hotspots as they are discovered.
Crews continue to work on extinguishing hotspots on active wildfires in the area. High level infrared scanning is planned for the coming week to determine if there are any other active spots in the forest area.
FIRE PERMITS REQUIRED
All burning within the Forest Protection Area of Alberta requires a burn permit, with the exception of campfire. At this time, the High Level Forest Area is not issuing any new burn permits and all existing permits have been suspended or cancelled.
High Level Forest Area | Permit Line - 780-926-5407
Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking Alberta Firebans.
Your actions today can minimize wildfire damage to your home and property tomorrow. Visit the new FireSmart Alberta site to learn how you can reduce the risk and negative impact of wildfire to your home, neighbourhood and community.
To learn more on how you can protect your home and structures from wildfire, download the Farm and Acreage FireSmart magazine.
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