Peace River Area Update

Peace River Forest Area Wildfire Update - October 24, 2022

Posted on Mon, Oct 24, 2022

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The fire danger for the Peace River Forest Area is MODERATE. 

If you see smoke or fire in the forest, report it by calling 310-FIRE (3473). 


PEACE RIVER FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE

Since January 1, 2022, there have been 119 wildfires in the Peace River Forest Area, burning a total of 85 hectares (ha). 

PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE 

Since January 1, 2022 in the Forest Protection Area, there have been 1220 wildfires, burning a total of 153,061 ha. 

To view wildfires on a map, download the AB Wildfire App or visit the Wildfire Status page. 


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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:

https://wildfire.alberta.ca/recruitment/default.aspx


COOKING & WARMING FIRES

Cooking and warming fires are common this time of year and firefighters often find unattended or abandoned fires each year. If you're having a warming fire during your hunt, please be familiar with building it and the proper extinguishment. Soak it, stir it and soak it again!


FIRE PERMITS

Fire permits are required for all burning in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, with the exception of campfires. They are issued by Alberta Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development (AFRED) to track burning across the province. This helps us to determine if smoke is a wildfire or permitted burning.

Each permit is unique and outlines the restrictions and conditions for your burn including location, wind speed, time and date of burn and any suppression tools required. Permits for burning are free and can be obtained at any AFRED office. Local offices can restrict issues permitting in cases of extreme wildfire hazard.


FOR MORE INFORMATION


CONTACT

Provincial Information Officer

Phone: (780) 420-1968

wildfireinfo@gov.ab.ca

HELPFUL LINKS

Alberta Wildfire Status
Alberta Fire Bans
Air Quality Health Index
Alberta Emergency Alerts
511 Road Reports
Emergency Preparation
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