Edson Forest Area - June 22, 2026

Wildfire situation

There are currently no active wildfires in the Edson Forest Area. Since January 1, there have been 37 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning a total of 22 hectares (ha). For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard. 

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.

• Foothills Forest Products & Alberta Forestry and Parks joint open house at the Grande Cache Recreation Center on June 25.
• Kids Can Catch at Millers Lake on June 30.
• Kids Can Catch at Kelly's Bathtub in William A Switzer Park on July 11.
• Parks Day at Kelly's Bathtub in William A Switzer Park on July 18.

Do your part - FireSmart

Did you know that most homes that are damaged or destroyed by wildland fire are not impacted by the advancing wall of flame, but by ignition from flying sparks and embers? This fire season, take simple steps that reduce the risk to your home.

• A mowed lawn is a fire-resistant lawn. Grasses shorter than 10 cm in height are less likely to burn intensely and may slow the spread of fire.
• Thinning and pruning trees can slow down wildland fire spread. 
• Remove low-hanging branches up to 2 m from the ground.
• Avoid using bark or pine needle mulch within 10 m of your home, as they are highly combustible.
• Gravel mulch and decorative crushed rock mulch significantly reduce the spread of wildland fire.

To learn more, take the free 1 hour FireSmart 101 course online.

If you’re going to burn it, get a permit

Fire permits are 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]