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Moderate wildfire danger
The average wildfire danger in the Calgary Forest Area is now moderate. Scattered rainfall across the area has helped to lower the overall wildfire danger, however the risk remains elevated in areas that have not received any rain. At this time of year vegetation will continue to dry out as it becomes dormant for the winter season, increasing the risk of fast moving wildfires. Please do your part to prevent wildfires.
Wildfire Situation
There are currently no active wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area.
CWF053 was detected on September 9 and quickly brought under control and extinguished at 0.01 hectares.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 53 wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area which have burned over 34 hectares. View wildfire locations, statistics and more on the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Lightning was detected from recent storms passing through southern Alberta. Firefighters will be increasing patrols in these areas and are ready to respond to any new wildfires.
Fire advisory
A fire advisory remains in effect for 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.
Smoky conditions
Smoke continues to drift into the area from wildfires in other parts of Canada; it is not being produced from any wildfires in the Calgary Forest Area. These intermittently smoky conditions are expected to continue in the area due to ongoing wildfire activity. FireSmoke Canada provides hourly forecasts of smoke concentrations and identifies the source wildfires. If you have smoke related health concerns, call Health Link 24/7 by dialing 811 or visit Alberta Health Services.
Report wildfires
If you see smoke or flames in a forested area, call 310-FIRE (3473) to report it.
Your call could be the reason firefighters get there faster and keep a small fire from becoming a large one. The public plays a key role in wildfire detection—early reports make a big difference.
Contact info
Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
[email protected]
Published on September 9, 2025 12:03 pm