There is one wildfire of note in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
MWF012
- Wildfire MWF012 is classified as out of control at approximately 67 hectares.
- MWF012 is located southeast of Fort McMurray on the south side of the Clearwater River. The western flank is located approximately 4.5 km east of Saprae Creek Estates.
- Crews and resources have been working to strengthen the fire guard along the western flank of this wildfire.
- Night visibility helicopter bucketing operations took place last night into the early morning to help slow the growth of this wildfire.
- Today, two airtanker groups will lay down more fire retardant along the western flank of the wildfire.
- Night visibility helicopter bucketing will continue tonight if conditions permit.
This information is updated daily.
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
