The wildfire danger across the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is currently HIGH. Continued high daytime temperatures will further dry out vegetation and increase the wildfire risk. Please use caution when recreating or working outdoors.
Never leave your campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until the ashes are cool to the touch.
If you see smoke or flame and suspect that it is a wildfire, please call 310-FIRE (3473) to report it.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE FOREST AREA WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since January 1, 2024 there have been 79 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, which have burned 11,518.02 hectares (ha).
There are four active wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, they are all classified as under control, meaning they are completely contained and will be extinguished.
For additional information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE SUMMARY
- Since January 1, there have been 1,132 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area that have burned 708,301 hectares.
- There are currently 79 active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. Of these wildfires, 35 are being held and 44 are under control.
For the most up-to-date wildfire information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Staff from the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area attended Nordegg Days over the long weekend. This event provided a great opportunity to engage with visitors and residents about wildfire preparedness and FireSmart initiatives. Thank you to everyone that stopped by the booth!
FIRE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED
Until October 31, all burning activities in the FPA, excluding campfires, require a fire permit. Please check with your local municipality for any additional rules or restrictions before any burning takes place.
Fire permits are free and can be requested online or by calling the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area at 403-845-8250.
ALBERTA WILDFIRE STATUS APP
The Alberta Wildfire Status App is a great way to stay informed about wildfire information in Alberta.
Download the app today (for Apple or Android) for information on:
- wildfire locations and sizes,
- fire ban information,
- conditions in your local forest area, and
- how to report a wildfire.
When you have the app downloaded, choose your preferred forest area under the “i” info section on the bottom of the app for instant access to forest area updates. Click on the bell on the top right corner, choose your selected forest area and receive instant notifications when new updates are published.
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LOCAL WILDFIRE INFORMATION
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While there are no fire bans, restrictions, or advisories in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area right now, nearby regions do have some in place. Before heading out on your travels, check Alberta Fire Bans.
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