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Wildfire update

Calgary Forest Area - August 27, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

High wildfire danger

The wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area remains high. Hot daytime temperatures and a lack of significant rainfall have created very dry conditions. A wildfire can ignite easily in these conditions and quickly spread to grass and trees.  

Please use caution when spending time outdoors and avoid any activities that could spark a wildfire.

Fire advisory

A fire advisory is now effect for the Calgary Forest Area. Under this advisory:  

  • Existing fire permits are valid, but extension requests may not be granted.  
  • New fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis, for essential burning only.
  • Fireworks and exploding targets are prohibited. 

Safe campfires are allowed under the current fire advisory. As fire danger levels rise, these restrictions can be adjusted to reduce the likelihood of human-caused wildfires. Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information and to see the advisory area on a map. 

Wildfire situation

There are currently no active wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area. Wildland firefighters remain on standby and are ready to respond to any new wildfire starts in the region.

Download the AB Wildfire Status app to see the location and details of active wildfires in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. The app also provides up-to-date information on fire bans, restrictions and advisories. 

Wildfire prevention

Safe campfires

Abandoned campfires cause many wildfires every year in Alberta. These human-caused wildfires are completely preventable. 

Tips for a safe campfire:

  • Keep your campfires small, safe, and always attended.
  • Before leaving the site or going to bed, ensure your campfire is completely extinguished.
  • Soak the fire with water, stir the ashes, and soak it again to ensure it’s out.
  • The fire is fully extinguished when you can no longer feel any heat from the ashes. 

To learn more about building safe campfires visit campfire safety. 

Report wildfires

Please use extreme caution in the coming days. If you see smoke in the forest, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473). Quick reporting helps wildfire crews respond faster and reduces the risk of wildfires spreading. 

Contact info

Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
[email protected]

Published on August 27, 2025 2:01 pm