The wildfire danger across the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is moderate.
Warm temperatures are expected to continue throughout the weekend, accompanied with strong winds. Some areas of the region may experience wind gusts exceeding 60 km/h. The combination of warm temperatures and gusty winds increase the risk of wildfires, particularly in areas with dry, exposed grass.
If you see smoke or flames in the forest and suspect it may be a wildfire, report it to 310-FIRE.
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.
RWF005 remains classified as under control and is estimated to be 51 hectares in size. It is located 32 km south of the Hamlet of Nordegg, and the cause of the wildfire remains under investigation.
For the most up-to-date wildfire information, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
WILDFIRE UPDATES ARE MOVING
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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This link will allow you to view the new look and feel of the updates. On the right hand side there is the option to subscribe to Rocky Mountain House Forest Area Updates.
FIRE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED
Fire permits are now required for any burning, except campfires, in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
If you're burning without a fire permit or outside fire permit conditions, your fire is considered a wildfire. By getting a permit you help keep our firefighters free to fight real wildfires instead of responding to the smoke from your brush piles.
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 guidelines.
Please do your part to help prevent human caused wildfires by using caution in forested areas.
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