The fire danger in the Lac La Biche Forest Area is HIGH.
Report smoke or fire in the forest by calling 310-FIRE (3473).
This fall we have been experiencing higher than average temperatures and still remain in high drought conditions. Please continue to do your part to prevent wildfires.
Fire permits are no longer required after October 31 but it’s important to follow safe burning practices even in the winter. There is always a risk that a controlled fire can turn into a wildfire. If people are planning to do burning after October 31, we ask that they do so safely by ensuring weather conditions are right – minimal winds and clear skies are the best conditions for any burning. We're also asking that you wait until we see snow on the ground in the Lac La Biche area due to the unusually hot, dry and windy conditions we're experiencing at this time.
We also remind those who are burning to ensure they are burning within their control and have proper equipment on hand to manage the fire. It’s important to monitor your burn pile to ensure it’s completely extinguished when you’re done.
WEATHER WARNING
The forest area is expecting a significant wind event for the next 12-24 hours. Winds coming out of the southwest at 40 km/h gusting up to 60 km/h are anticipated to start today and persist into tomorrow evening and potentially the weekend. Ensure you adhere to your fire permit and never burn during windy conditions.
Any embers from your burn could easily land in nearby dry vegetation and start a wildfire. The conditions are perfect for the vegetation to catch easily and burn quickly, making it difficult to get under control.
If you are working or recreating outdoors, ensure you keep sufficient firefighting equipment if you are producing any spark or friction and keep watch of your surroundings.
RECRUITMENT
Are you curious to know if a job with Alberta Wildfire is right for you? Here’s what a day on the job could look like! We’re accepting crew member applications until Nov. 30. More info here: wildfire.alberta.ca/recruitment
WILDFIRE DASHBOARD
The new wildfire dashboard provides up-to-date wildfire information at the click of a button. This interactive tool displays important statistics on the number of active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, sizes, locations, suspected causes and more.
The dashboard builds on the former wildfire status map by displaying the most frequently accessed information in one convenient location.
WILDFIRE INFORMATION
Download the Alberta Wildfire app today and get access to accurate, real-time information on wildfires in your area. You can also find information on fire advisories, restrictions and bans across the province and much more all on your mobile device.
Available for Apple and Android.
Before heading out, please check albertafirebans.ca to determine whether there are any fire advisories, fire restrictions or fire bans in effect for your destination.
For more information please contact:
Provincial Wildfire Information Officer
780-420-1968
Related Information
Websites:
- 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
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