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Update 25: Alberta wildfire update (Sept. 12, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Warm weather is keeping wildfire risk active, and Albertans are urged to stay alert and use extra caution during outdoor activities.

Update 24: Alberta wildfire update (Sept. 5, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Albertans are asked to use caution when working or recreating outdoors this weekend due to hot and dry conditions.

Update 23: Alberta wildfire update (Aug. 29, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0600

With hot and dry conditions expected to continue through the long weekend, Albertans are advised to use caution when outdoors to prevent new wildfire starts.

Update 22: Alberta wildfire update (Aug. 22, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:25:00 -0600

There are no out-of-control wildfires in Alberta, and cooler nighttime temperatures are helping firefighters make good progress.

Update 21: Alberta wildfire update (Aug. 15, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Cooler weather and rain have lowered wildfire activity in Alberta, allowing the province to send airtankers to help fight fires in New Brunswick.

Update 20: Alberta wildfire update (Aug. 8, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Many large wildfires have been contained this week, with lower fire activity across the province due to scattered showers.

Update 19: Alberta wildfire update (Aug. 5, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 15:25:00 -0600

There were more than 40 new wildfire starts over the long weekend, but the vast majority have been extinguished.

Update 17: Alberta wildfire update (July 29, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Warmer weather this week could lead to more wildfires starting and make existing fires spread faster.

Update 16: Alberta wildfire update (July 25, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Thunderstorms moving across the boreal forest sparked new wildfires; cooler weather conditions are helping to suppress wildfire activity.

Update 15: Alberta wildfire update (July 22, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Cooler temperatures and higher humidity are helping firefighters contain existing wildfires.

Update 14: Alberta wildfire update (July 17, 3:30 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:40:00 -0600

Hot and dry weather may lead to increased wildfire activity in northern Alberta where wildfire danger remains high.

Update 13: Alberta wildfire update (July 15, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Favourable weather in recent days has allowed firefighters to bring more wildfires under control.

Update 12: Alberta wildfire update (July 11, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

While warm, windy weather continues, the possibility of showers in some areas this weekend is welcome and may support ongoing wildfire response efforts.

Update 11: Alberta wildfire update (July 8, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Warm, windy weather is expected to be followed by a cool-down later this week, which could help in the ongoing fire fight.

Update 10: Alberta wildfire update (July 4, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Recent rainfall across northern Alberta has helped firefighters battling wildfires. However, lightning strikes have sparked new fires in recent days.

Update 9: Alberta wildfire update (June 30, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:10:00 -0600

Warmer and drier conditions are returning across the province, which could increase the wildfire risk.

Update 8: Alberta wildfire update (June 27, 4:30 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:40:00 -0600

Thunderstorms sparked new wildfires in northern Alberta this week. Firefighters remain ready to respond to any new starts.

Update 7: Alberta wildfire update (June 24, 3:30 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:35:00 -0600

Recent rainfall in central Alberta has supported wildfire fighting efforts, however conditions in the north remain warm and dry.

Update 6: Alberta wildfire update (June 20, 3:30 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:30:00 -0600

Significant rain is expected in parts of Alberta this weekend, but northern areas will stay warm and dry, adding challenges to ongoing firefighting efforts.

Update 5: Alberta wildfire update (June 17, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Rain aids Alberta firefighting efforts, enabling more residents to return home as wildfire containment improves.

Update 4: Alberta wildfire update (June 13, 3:30 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 15:30:00 -0600

Rain will help firefighting in parts of Alberta, but dry northern areas remain at risk. Crews from the U.S. and Australia have arrived to assist.

Update 3: Alberta wildfire update (June 10, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0600

The fire danger remains extreme across most the province, with some wildfires growing in size. Cooler, wet weather in the days ahead could provide a little relief.

Update 2: Alberta wildfire update (June 6, 4 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 16:15:00 -0600

Progress is being made on wildfires thanks to Alberta teams and crews from Canada and the U.S.; however, several out-of-control wildfires continue to burn.

Update 1: Alberta wildfire update (June 3, 3 p.m.)

newsroom@gov.ab.ca (Alberta Newsroom) — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:35:00 -0600

Evacuation orders remain as wildfire activity continues across Alberta. Cooler weather offers some relief as crews, aircraft and support from other regions respond.