Whitecourt Forest Area Wildfire Update

The wildfire danger in the Whitecourt Forest Area is LOW.

Whitecourt Forest Area Update

If you see smoke or flame in the forest call 310-FIRE (3473).

For any fire advisories, restrictions, or bans please click on https://www.albertafirebans.ca for more information specific to your area.

If you require a free fire permit call 780-778-7166.

WHITECOURT WILDFIRE UPDATE

There are currently no active wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area. If you do see smoke or flames in the forest please call 310-FIRE (3473).

PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE

Since March 1, 2021, there have been 117 wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area, burning approximately 51.96 hectares.

Since March 1, 2021, there have been 1,209 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, burning a total of 52,860 hectares.

For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca

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CAMPFIRE SAFETY

We urge everyone to use caution when working and recreating outdoors. Never leave your campfire unattended.

Let the fire burn down before you plan on putting it out. Spread the embers within the fire pit, then add water or loose dirt, and stir.
Expose any material still burning. Add more water and stir again until you can no longer see smoke or steam. Do not bury your fire as the embers may continue to smoulder and can re-emerge as a wildfire.
Repeat until your campfire is cool to the touch.
If your fire is out, you should not be able to feel any heat from the ashes.

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