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Wildfire update

Calgary Forest Area - October 06, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

Moderate wildfire danger

Thanks to widespread rainshowers and cooler temperatures, the average wildfire danger across the Calgary forest area is now moderate. As vegetation dies off or goes dormant for the winter it has less capacity to hold moisture. As such, it will dry very quickly over the coming days and once again increase the risk of fast moving wildfires.  

Wildfire situation

There is currently one active wildfire 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. This wildfire is now classified as under control at 0.5 hectares. It is located north of the Highwood junction (where Highway 541 and Highway 40 meet). 

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

Even with some much needed moisture, the fire advisory remains in effect for the majority of the Calgary Forest Area as conditions will dry again very quickly. 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

Do your part to prevent wildfires

This time of year, most wildfires are human-caused. Dry grasses combined with warm, windy days mean fires can still ignite and spread quickly. If you’re out hunting, camping, or enjoying the forest, please keep fire safety top of mind. Here are some reminders:

  • Never leave a campfire unattended.
  • Always soak it, stir the ashes and soak it again until cool to the touch.
  • Build campfires in safe areas, away from dry grass, leaves and other flammable materials.
  • If using an off-highway vehicle (OHV), stop often to clear hot spots like mufflers and undercarriages.
  • Check for fire advisories, restrictions, or bans at Alberta Fire Bans before burning.

Contact info

Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
[email protected]

Published on October 6, 2025 1:57 pm