Some of our firefighters from the Peace River Forest Area have been sent down to help our partners to the south in Idaho. We are happy to reciprocate after all the help we received from our neighbors earlier in the fire season. Numerous other firefighters remain in the area prepared for any new wildfires starts.
WILDFIRE UPDATE (current as of 5 pm on August 14, 2019)
There have been 118 wildfires this fire season in the Peace River Forest Area and a total of 55,696.03 hectares burned. All but one fire have been extinguished.
Battle Complex- PCX-001 (formerly PWF 052 and 054):
This lightning caused fire remains UNDER CONTROL at 55,179 hectares in size in the Manning/Notikewin area.
Thanks to the hard work of firefighters, aircraft and heavy equipment, 100% of the fire perimeter is now considered to be contained and continues to be monitored.
For updates on fires in the High Level Forest Area, please visit http://srd.web.alberta.ca/high-level-area-update
For updates on fires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, please visit http://srd.web.alberta.ca/slave-lake-area-update
For information on the wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit: wildfire.alberta.ca.
For your safety and the safety of the numerous firefighters working to contain these wildfires, please obey the access restrictions and stay out of the area.
SAFETY NOTICES
EVACUATION UPDATES
For information on evacuation alerts, visit Alberta Emergency Alert or download the free Alberta Emergency Alert app.
ROAD CLOSURES
For information on road closures and other access related hazards, visit Alberta 511 or download the free Alberta 511 app.
SMOKE
Smoke may drift into the area intermittently. Anyone with health concerns should check with Alberta Health Services or call 811 for 24/7 health advice from Alberta Health Link. For a smoke forecast map, visit Wildfire Smoke Forecasts for Western Canada .
Smoke from wildfires in northern Alberta may also cause reduced visibility. Please turn your vehicle headlights from auto to on when driving. For further information on air quality, visit: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/air.aspx
HAZARD TREES
For your own safety and the safety of firefighters, please do not enter burned over areas, as the roots of burned trees are weakened and can fall without any wind. Firefighters may also still be working in the area and be unaware of your presence.
FIRE RESTRICTIONS
There are currently no firebans, restrictions or advisories in place in the Peace River Forest Area.
That said, it is always important to burn safely and ensure you have an active fire permit.
PLEASE NOTE: Nearby municipalities may still have advisories, restrictions or firebans in place. Please check www.albertafirebans.ca for more information.
FIRE PERMITS
Within the Forest Protection Area, fire permits are required for all burning with the exception of warming or cooking fires. Please call the Peace River Forest Area office at 780-624-6190 to acquire your free fire permit.
FIRE PREVENTION
Please ensure your campfire is completely extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak It Again. Repeat until your fire is cool to the touch.
Please ensure your OHV is debris free and that you keep dried grasses and other debris from collecting near the hot parts of your OHV such as the muffler, exhaust, under your seat, in the wheel wells, engine and manifold.
And as always, call 310-FIRE to report wildfires.
FIRESMART
You can protect your home from wildfire
Protecting your home from wildfire starts with simple actions. Whether you are doing regular yard maintenance or making large scale changes during renovations or landscaping, you can make choices that will help protect your home from wildfire.
Learn more at firesmartcanada.ca.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
- Bookmark the Peace River Wildfire Update and check for updates anytime or subscribe to have it emailed to you
- Download our app, available for Apple and Android devices.
- You can also find us on Facebook,Twitter, Youtube
- or visit www.wildfire.alberta.ca
Or contact:
Crystal Burrows
Wildfire Information Officer
(780) 618-6215
crystal.burrows@gov.ab.ca
Report Wildfires 310-FIRE (3743)