Wildfires of note

June 27, 2024

Written by Alberta Wildfire | Jun 27, 2024 2:57:40 PM

There is one wildfire of note in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.

HWF030 - Amber River Fire

HWF030 is classified as being held at approximately 3,200 hectares. This wildfire is located about 8.5 km southwest of Zama, in the High Level Forest Area.

There are currently 214 firefighters and personnel responding to this wildfire. They are supported by helicopters and heavy equipment groups, as well as an incident management team. Airtankers are available if required.

Firefighters and heavy equipment operators continue to work on strengthening the containment line on the areas of the wildfire that are accessible by ground. 

Structural protection is being removed, as it is no longer required.

The cause of this wildfire is under investigation. 

The evacuation notice for Zama has been lifted by Mackenzie County. For more information, please visit the Mackenzie County Facebook

A wildfire of note is determined to be of significant public interest and may pose a threat to public safety, communities or critical infrastructure.

Wildfires of note do not typically include mutual aid wildfires located outside of the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Alberta Wildfire provides assistance on a mutual aid wildfire but is not the lead agency.

The Forest Protection Area of Alberta is divided into ten forest areas. Find the latest updates for each area or subscribe to receive them in your inbox. 

Calgary Forest Area 

Edson Forest Area 

Fort McMurray Forest Area 

Grande Prairie Forest Area 

High Level Forest Area 

Lac La Biche Forest Area 

Peace River Forest Area 

Rocky Mountain House Forest Area 

Slave Lake Forest Area 

Whitecourt Forest Area