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Moderate wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Edson Forest Area is now moderate due to warm and dry conditions. Keep watch of your surroundings when working or recreating outdoors, especially when doing activities that can cause sparks, hot exhaust or friction.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, there have been 14 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning a total of 9.62 hectares (ha).
Alberta Wildfire and Yellowhead County Fire Department responded to EWF014, located 5 km north of Carrot Creek and 7.2 km northwest of Niton Junction. The wildfire is classified as under control, is estimated to be 1.92 ha in size, and mostly burned dead, dry grass. Firefighters will continue to monitor until it's fully extinguished.
View active wildfires, their locations and statistics on the interactive map on our wildfire status page. Visit our website to learn more about wildfire classifications.
Prevent spring wildfires
To prevent spring wildfires, we urge residents and industry to return to their burn piles and ensure they are fully extinguished.
- Spread out the remaining material.
- Scan the ashes by looking, smelling and carefully feeling with a bare hand for any signs of smoke or heat from the pile.
- Soak hot spots and stir until they're completely extinguished.
- Check your burn site multiple times in the coming weeks to ensure it has not reignited.
- You can also watch our video on how to prevent spring wildfires
Additional helicopter activity near Hinton
The Hinton Training Centre is currently conducting their yearly seasonal firefighter training until the end of May. Residents will notice an increase in helicopter activity travelling between Entrance Fire Base and Tie Camp (RC Flyers) northwest and northeast of town. This training is for firefighters who will be supporting wildfire operations with Alberta Forestry.
Join Alberta Forestry at a nearby event
Join Alberta Forestry to learn about wildfire prevention, operations and FireSmart recommendations. Stay tuned for more upcoming events.
- Hinton's Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on May 2
- Grande Cache's Emergency Preparedness Day on May 5
- Jasper's Emergency Preparedness Day on May 6
- Cadomin's FireSmart Info and Work Bee event on May 16
If you’re going to burn it, get a permit
Fire permits are now required for all burning in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta, with the exception of campfires. To request your free fire permit, contact the local forest area at (780) 723-8527 or you can request your permit online.
Contact info
Caroline Charbonneau
780-740-1341
[email protected]
Published on April 27, 2026 6:11 pm