Rocky Mountain House Area Update

Rocky Mountain House Forest Area Update - March 11, 2025

Posted on Tue, Mar 11, 2025

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Due to recent precipitation throughout the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, the wildfire danger is now low. 

If you see smoke or flames in the forest and suspect it may be a wildfire, report it to 310-FIRE.


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The look is changing, but the content remains the same. Rocky Mountain House Forest Area wildfire updates will be distributed from a new source starting soon.

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE WILDFIRE UPDATE

Since January 1, 2025, there have been eight wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, which have burned 51.07 hectares. 

There is currently one active wildfire in the forest area, it is classified as under control. This means it is completely contained and will be extinguished.

For the most up-to-date wildfire information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.  


FIRE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED

Fire permits are now required for any burning, except campfires, in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.

Fire permits are free and can be requested online. You may also request your fire permit by calling the Rocky Mountain House forestry office at 403-845-8250. 

If you are planning a burning project make sure to follow conditions of your permit and follow safe burning guidelinesPlease do your part to help prevent human caused wildfires by using caution in forested areas. 


CHECK WINTER BURNS

If you conducted any burning this winter, go back and ensure the fires are extinguished. Fires lit in the winter can burn under the snow all winter long and re-emerge as a wildfire in the spring. 

When revisiting your winter burn site, you should:

  • Spread the remaining ashes and debris.
  • Check the ground for any hotspots with your bare hands and feel deep below the surface for any lingering ground fire.
  • Douse the area to fully extinguish the burn and stir up ashes with heavy equipment or hand tools.
  • Ensure the area is cold to the touch - only then is the fire fully out.


MORE INFORMATION
 
Allanah McLean
Area Information Coordinator 
Rocky Mountain House Forest Area 
403-418-5023
 
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