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Wildfire update

Calgary Forest Area - October 02, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

Very High wildfire danger

The wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area remains very high. More seasonal conditions have set in with moderate daytime temperatures and very cool overnight conditions. This will help to slow the increase in wildfire danger, however without any rain showers it will continue to stay elevated and the risk of fast moving wildfires remains. Conditions are very dry, please ensure your campfires are fully extinguished and use caution with any activity that could spark a wildfire. 

Wildfire situation

There is currently one active wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area. 

CWF058 was detected on October 1 by wildland firefighters undertaking aerial patrols, scouting for new wildfires. This quick detection allowed a rapid response. A night-vision equipped helicopter worked to contain this wildfire after dark and more firefighters and helicopters were deployed this morning. This wildfire is now classified as being held at 0.5 hectares. It is located north of the Highwood junction (where Highway 541 and Highway 40 meet). Wildfire investigators will be on scene to help determine the cause of this wildfire.

Since January 1, 2025, there have been 58 wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area which have burned almost 35 hectares. View wildfire locations, statistics and more on the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard. 

Fire advisory

A fire advisory remains in effect for the majority of the Calgary Forest Area. Under this advisory:    

  • 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. 

Fire restriction

A fire restriction is in effect for a small portion of the Calgary Forest Area, in the Panther region. Areas within Clearwater County, but within the Calgary Forest Area are under this fire restriction. Please visit Alberta Fire Bans to see map details of the impacted area. 

Prohibited: 

  • Outdoor wood fires on public land, this includes backcountry and random camping areas
  • Use of fireworks and exploding targets

Allowed:

  • Wood campfires in designated campgrounds or on private property, if in an engineered fire ring
  • Indoor wood fires, if in a device with a chimney and spark arrestor
  • Gas or propane fueled cooking, warming and lighting devices that are CSA-approved and used as per manufacturer’s standards
  • Open flame oil devices

Hunting season

Hunting season is underway in the foothills and mountains. Campfires are often part of the experience, but they must be managed safely:

  • Before heading out, check Alberta Fire Bans to see if you are allowed to have a campfire at your intended location.
  • Build campfires in safe areas, clear of dry grass and overhanging branches.
  • Keep fires small and never leave them unattended.
  • Fully extinguish your campfire before going to bed or leaving the site. Soak it, stir it and soak it again.
  • A fire is out only when no heat remains in the ashes. 

Published on October 2, 2025 1:23 pm