Rocky Mountain House Area Update

The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is now LOW.

Recent rain has lowered the fire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area. However, it is important to remain vigilant. A wildfire can start in any conditions.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473).

Stay informed on fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking www.albertafirebans.ca

Safe campfires 

Here are a few tips that will help ensure a safe campfire:

• Never leave your campfire unattended. Before you leave your campfire, ensure you fully extinguish it by soaking the ashes, stirring them and soaking them again until they are cool to the touch.

• Choose a safe site that is out of the wind and on bare mineral ground. Ensure that sparks can't fly into nearby dry fuels or grass. A spark will fly farther then you think.

• Ensure you have sufficient firefighting equipment including water near by. Don't take chances. A spark in dry grass will ignite easily and spread very quickly if the wind is present. 
  
  
• Remember to visit albertafirebans.ca before heading out to find the latest information about fire bans across the province.

Alberta Wildfire typically sees an increase in human-caused wildfires during the spring and during the long weekends so do your part and prevent wildfires.

Wildfire update

Since January 1, 2024, there have been 18 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, which have burned 4.35 hectares. All of these wildfires have been extinguished. 

For more information on the current wildfire situation, visit Alberta Wildfire Status.