WHITECOURT FOREST AREA
The wildfire danger in the Whitecourt Forest Area is HIGH.
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.
Have a safe long weekend!
WHITECOURT WILDFIRE UPDATE
WWF103 was detected July 29th, 2021. The wildfire is classified as UNDER CONTROL and is 0.56 hectares in size. The fire is located approximately 41 kilometers west of Fox Creek. There is one wildfire crew and one water truck allocated to the wildfire. The cause of this wildfire was determined to be lightning.
PROVINCIAL WILDFIRE UPDATE
Since March 1, 2021, there have been 101 wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area, burning approximately 48.76 hectares. There were three previously reported wildfires that began before March 1, 2021, burning a total of 0.23 hectares. Two wildfires are under control and 102 wildfires have been extinguished.
Since March 1, 2021, there have been 972 wildfires recorded in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, burning a total of 47,597 hectares.
For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Alberta, visit wildfirestatus.alberta.ca
FIRE ADVISORY IN EFFECT
A fire advisory is in effect for the Whitecourt Forest Area.
Under this advisory:
Prohibited:
Allowed:
*Safe wood campfires - should be within a metal, brick, or rock fire ring. They are required to:
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. The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.
While you're recreating in the forest protection area you can do your part in preventing wildfires by making sure your off-highway vehicle is clear of any debris. Please stop often to ensure you've checked your hotspots and given time for the machine to cool down. Do not idle your ohv over tall, dry grass or you could spark a wildfire. Always ensure you have water and fire fighting equipment nearby.
DOWNLOAD THE NEW ALBERTA WILDFIRE APP
Download the NEW Alberta Wildfire App to access provincial wildfire status maps and updates on your mobile device.
780-778-7166
Reporting a Wildfire
310-FIRE (3473)
General Information Related to Alberta Wildfire or Fire Bans, Restrictions, or Advisories
1-866-FYI-FIRE
General/Other Forestry Related Questions
780-778-7153
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