The wildfire danger in the Lac La Biche forest area is now MODERATE. Firefighters urge everyone to use caution when working or recreating outdoors.
Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE(3473).
LAC LA BICHE WILDFIRE UPDATE
LWF123 – the status of this wildfire is BEING HELD and is estimated at 4,241 ha in size. The fire is located approximately 5 km north of South Watchusk Lake. There are currently 17 firefighters working on this wildfire along with two medium helicopters for air support. Crews are working on building a 100 foot perimeter around the affected area.
View active wildfires, their locations and stats on the interactive map on our Wildfire Status page.
FALL BURNING PERMITS
If you plan to burn it... get your permit.
OHV SAFETY
When operating equipment, clear debris from moving parts, check your muffler and keep equipment in good repair. Do not operate equipment in tall grass. Keep watch of your surroundings and ensure you have sufficient firefighting equipment and water available. Equipment fires or work-related sparks, friction and hot exhaust can cause even small amounts of dry vegetation to ignite into a wildfire.
If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.
CAMPFIRES & HUNTING SEASON
SOAK IT, STIR IT, AND SOAK IT AGAIN
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Let the fire burn down before you plan on putting it out. Spread the embers within the fire pit, then add water or loose dirt, and stir.
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Expose any material still burning. Add more water and stir again until you can no longer see smoke or steam. Do not bury your fire as the embers may continue to smolder and can re-emerge as a wildfire.
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Repeat until your campfire is cool to the touch.
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If your fire is out, you should not be able to feel any heat from the ashes
A campfire is an essential part of the hunting experience, but it should be used with caution. Make sure that your campfires are built in a safe area, away from flammable materials such as grass, twigs, and leaves. Always attend to your campfires, keep them small, and keep them safe.
FIRESMART
Your actions today can minimize wildfire damage to your home and property tomorrow. Visit FireSmart Alberta to learn how taking proactive FireSmart measures around your house and yard can increase your property's resistance to wildfire.
Download the Farm and Acreage Guide to Reducing the Risk From Wildfire for additional information.
UPCOMING EVENTS
National Day Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
Staff from the Lac La Biche Forest Area will be joining in on the 4th annual National Day for Truth & Reconciliation walk this year.
10 am: Buffalo LAKE METIS Settlement Community Walk (meet at Parkland Motel 2 and walk to McArthur Park)
11 am: Public ceremonies in McArthur Park
- Moment of silence
- Prayers and addresses
- Evelyn's Story
Noon: Free community lunch
12:30 pm: Free performance by Indigenous singer and songwriter Jessa Sky
WILDFIRE INFORMATION
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RELATED INFORMATION
Websites:
- Alberta Wildfire
- Alberta Fire Bans
- FireSmart Alberta
- Alberta Emergency Alerts
- Air Quality Health Index
- Wildfire Smoke and Your Health
- 511 Road Reports
- Emergency Preparation
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