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Moderate wildfire danger
The wildfire danger remains moderate due to expected rain and cooler temperatures later into the week.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, there have been 54 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 Sink Hole Wildfire
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 is classified as under control. The wildfire was determined to be caused by lightning. Firefighters will monitor this wildfire for activity and respond if required.
EWF036 January Creek Wildfire
EWF036 is part of the Yellowhead Wildfire Complex and located on the south side of Peers, on both sides of Highway 32. The size is estimated to be 738 ha and it is classified as under control. Firefighters will monitor this wildfire for activity and respond if required. The cause remains under investigation.
EWF030 Mercoal Creek Wildfire
EWF030 is part of the Yellowhead Wildfire Complex and is located 6 km west of Mercoal and 16 km southwest of Robb. The wildfire is estimated to be 320 ha in size and is classified as under control. The wildfire was determined to be caused by lightning. Firefighters will monitor this wildfire for activity and respond if required.
Canada Day
Celebrate safely this Canada Day. You must have written permission from a Forest Officer to set off fireworks in the Forest Protection Area. Fireworks and exploding targets are prohibited without a valid permit. Prevent wildfires by learning more about fireworks and exploding targets.
Get you free fire permit
Alberta’s wildfire season starts on March 1. This means that fire permits are now required for burning within the Forest Protection Area, except campfires. Fire permits are free and can be requested online. You may also request your fire permit by calling the Edson Forest Area office at 780-723-8527.
Contact info
Colby Lachance
780-286-4332
[email protected]
Published on June 30, 2025 2:16 pm