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Extreme wildfire danger
The fire danger remains extreme until enough rain is received across the forest area. Many areas are still experiencing strong winds which means a wildfire can spread quickly.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, there have been 45 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning a total of 1,086 hectares (ha).
View active wildfires, their locations and statistics on the wildfire status dashboard. Wildfires are regularly assessed by experts and assigned a status to describe the behaviour of the wildfire, and how it is responding to suppression efforts under current and expected conditions.
EWF038 near Cynthia
EWF038 is located 12 km northeast of Cynthia and 10 km east of Highway 753. It is 7 km north of Highway 621, on the northeast corner of Sink Hole Lake. The wildfire is estimated to be 10 ha and classified as under control and not expected to grow. Firefighters continue searching for and extinguishing hot spots.
Yellowhead Wildfire Complex | EWF030, EWF036
EWF036 January Creek Wildfire
EWF036 is located on the south side of Peers on both sides of Highway 32. The size is estimated to be 738 ha and remains classified as out of control. The cause of the wildfire is under investigation.
Tomorrow, a high of 12C and relative humidity of 65% is in the forecast, with winds from the east at 25 km/h, gusting to 45 km/h. Significant rain is in the forecast for tonight into tomorrow.
The wildfire did not burn all the vegetation within the wildfire perimeter. As conditions continue to dry and winds encourage the hot spots to ignite larger vegetation, smoke will be visible from within the fire perimeter. This is expected to happen and firefighters are on scene if the wildfire escapes the fire perimeter to prevent the spread.
Firefighters have been working tirelessly over the past several week to contain the wildfire as quickly and safely as possible. Their efforts have included long hours on the fire line, often in challenging conditions, to bring the wildfire to extinguishment. They will continue to be supported by heavy equipment and helicopters, searching for and extinguishing hot spots on the wildfire. A fire crew from California joined Alberta Wildfire and Yellowhead County Fire Department yesterday on the fire line.
EWF030 Mercoal Creek Wildfire
EWF030 is located 6 km west of Mercoal and 16 km southwest of Robb. The wildfire is estimated to be 320 ha in size and determined to be caused by lightning. The wildfire is now classified as under control which means that firefighting efforts were successful and there is no risk that the fire will spread. No hot spots were found during the last aerial heat scan, firefighters will continue to monitor the fire and respond if required.
Reclamation of containment lines that were created by heavy equipment has begun on EWF030. These areas are restored to a more natural state, encouraging new vegetation growth, reducing environmental impacts, and preventing erosion.
FireSmart your home, farm and acreage
Your actions today can minimize wildfire damage to your home and property tomorrow.
Flames aren’t the only threat. An estimated 90% of homes damaged or destroyed by wildfire are ignited by embers. By taking proactive FireSmart measures around your house and yard, you can increase your properties’ resistance to wildfire.
Visit FireSmart Alberta for information on how to get started.
Fire ban
A fire ban is in effect for the entire Forest Protection Area in Alberta. Under this ban, all outdoor wood fires are prohibited and existing fire permits are suspended.
Prohibited:
- All outdoor wood fires, including wood campfires on public and private land, designated firepits and backyard firepits
- Barbecue charcoal briquettes
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed:
- Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
The fire ban will remain in effect until conditions improve. Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information and to see the boundaries. See the fire ban fact sheet for more information.
Contact info
Caroline Charbonneau
780-740-1341
[email protected]
Published on June 12, 2025 5:54 pm