Rocky Mountain House Area Update

Please continue to use caution when spending time in forested areas as wildfires can still ignite in cooler conditions. 

If you see smoke or flames and suspect it's a wildfire, please call 310-FIRE immediately.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE

The wildfire danger across the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is low. This means that fire can still ignite but is not expected to spread to deeper vegetation layers or larger fuels, such as trees.

Since January 1, 2024 there have been 82 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, which have burned 11,517.76 hectares.

There are three active wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area that are classified as under control. This means that the wildfire is completely contained and will be extinguished.

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

WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT

Recruitment is open for unit crew and helitack crew members, sub-leaders, and leaders! Alberta Wildfire is looking for hard-working and dedicated individuals to join the team in a variety of roles for the 2025 wildfire season.

The application deadline for crew members is November 30, while crew leader and sub-leader applications will remain open until suitable candidates are found. For more details, applicants can visit the crew member and crew leader/sub-leader job postings. 

Not sure where to start? The video below provides an overview of a typical day as a wildland firefighter with Alberta Wildfire.

If you are interested in a career with Alberta Wildfire in one of our other important roles, please stay tuned for more opportunities. You can learn more about the various positions available and keep an eye on our recruitment page for the job postings.

FIRE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED

Until October 31, all burning activities in the Forest Protection Area, excluding campfires, require a fire permit. Fire permits ensure safe burning practices and allow staff to know where burning is approved so firefighters and aircraft are free to fight wildfires. Your municipality may have its own rules and restrictions in place. Contact them for further details.

Fire permits are free and can be requested online or by calling the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area at 403-845-8250.

TREE CUTTING PERMITS FOR PERSONAL USE

Personal Use Forest Products Permits (PUFPP) are for small-scale personal use only (no resale) for Christmas trees, firewood or transplants. These free permits are available online or in person at your nearest forestry office.

PUFPPs authorize Albertans to cut and removed timber from designated Crown land only. The area-specific PUFPP document must be with you at all times while cutting or transporting trees from Crown land. In one 30-day period, a person can hold up to four permits – up to one permit each for: firewood. Christmas trees, roundwood and transplants.

FIRESMART YOUR HOME AND PROPERTY

FireSmart is a national initiative aimed at boosting wildfire resilience throughout Canada. It offers valuable advice for homeowners to implement small but impactful changes. 

Download the FireSmart Begins at Home Guide for practical and simple actions you can take on your property to reduce the risk of a wildfire reaching your home.

STAY INFORMED 

• Subscribe to the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area Updates to receive an email notification when new information is posted.
  
• Download the Alberta Wildfire App for Apple and Android. Once you open the app, click the "info" icon at the bottom left to view the latest forest area updates. 
  
• Join the conversation on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.