Warming temperatures have raised the wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area to high. High temperatures in the forecast for the coming week are likely to keep the wildfire danger elevated. Wildfires can start easily and spread quickly under current conditions, please use caution when spending time outdoors.
Responsible recreation
If you are heading outdoors, remember to do your part to prevent wildfires. Recreating responsibly on Alberta's public land helps keep our forests and communities safe.
Tips for safe recreation:
- Check and adhere to Alberta Fire Bans.
- Keep campfires small, always ensure they are full extinguished and never leave them unattended. For more information, see Campfire safety.
- Avoid parking vehicles in tall grass, where hot exhaust systems can ignite a fire.
- Regularly clear debris from hotspots on off-highway vehicles. For more information, see Off-highway vehicle safety.
- Fireworks and exploding targets are prohibited in the Forest Protection Area without written consent from a forest officer.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, there have been 38 wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area, which have burned over 20 hectares.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard. By adjusting settings and layers on this site, you can also view forest area boundaries, active fire advisories, restrictions and bans, wildfire danger ratings and much more.
Contact info
Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
[email protected]
Published on July 10, 2026 5:08 pm