Wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Slave Lake Forest Area is HIGH. Firefighters urge everyone to use caution when working or recreating outdoors, as a fire will ignite easily and spread quickly. Report wildfires immediately by calling 310-FIRE(3473). Firefighters, helicopters and airtankers are on high alert, ready to respond to any new wildfires that may start.
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Weather
For today, the high will be 17 degrees with a relative humidity of 60%. The winds will be from the northwest at 15 kilometres per hour. There is a chance of scattered thunderstorms.
There are no fire advisories, restrictions or bans in the Slave Lake Forest Area. Visit www.albertafirebans.ca for up-to-date information on fire regulations in other parts of Alberta.
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Prevent wildfires
On average, 67% of wildfires in Alberta are caused by people. Please do your part to prevent wildfires this long weekend.
When having a campfire, keep it small, safe and always attended. When you are leaving the site or going to bed, your campfire must be extinguished. Soak it, stir up the ashes, soak it again to ensure it is out. A campfire is out when you can no longer feel heat from the ashes.
When riding your off-highway vehicle, stop frequently to remove any build-up of debris from your machine. Grass, muskeg, moss or other debris can begin to smoulder and drop to the ground as you're riding and spark a wildfire. Always carry firefighting equipment such as a shovel, extinguisher and bucket when you ride.
Current wildfire situation
Currently, in the Slave Lake Forest Area, seven wildfires are under control and 147 have been extinguished.
Thanks to the hard work of firefighters, aircraft pilots and heavy equipment operators SWF 093, SWF095, SWF120, SWF124, SWF129 and SWF130 are all under control. When weather conditions allow, an aerial infrared scan will be conducted on these wildfires. If any remaining hotspots are detected, firefighters will extinguish them.
Since January 1, 2024, 153 wildfires have been reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, resulting in a total burned area of 39,322.07 hectares.
Since January 1, 2024, 1,132 wildfires have been reported in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, resulting in a total burned area of 708,300.78 hectares.
To view wildfires on a map, download the AB Wildfire App or visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard
The Forest Protection Area is divided into 10 forest areas. Find the latest updates for each area here or subscribe to receive them in your inbox.
Fire permits are required
FireSmart
If you have any questions, please contact:
Wildfire Information Officer
Dan Troke
Wildfire Information Officer
Mobile:780-843-5772
Email: Daniel.Troke@gov.ab.ca
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