Recent rainfall and cooler temperatures have resulted in low fire danger for the Edson Forest Area. Despite this, fires can still ignite under the right conditions. Please continue to be cautious during any activity that can cause a spark, friction or hot exhaust.
Wildfire situation
There are currently no active wildfires in the Edson Forest Area. Since January 1, there have been 56 wildfires in the Edson Forest Area burning a total of 26 hectares (ha). For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Long weekend message
As Albertans enjoy the last long weekend of summer, there are several ways you can help prevent human-caused wildfires:
- Keep campfires small, safe and under control. Never leave a fire unattended. Before you leave your site or turn in for the night, soak your campfire with water, stir the ashes and soak it again until it is cool to the touch.
- Before travelling, check Fire Bans in Alberta Parks and Alberta Fire Bans for your destination to confirm whether campfires are permitted and whether any additional restrictions are in place.
Join Forestry at a nearby event
Join Alberta Forestry to learn about wildfire prevention, operations and FireSmart recommendations. Stay tuned for more upcoming events.
- Cadomin Artisan Fair on September 5.
Harvesting operations
To operate safely in the forest area we recommend:
- Maintaining your equipment by continuously inspecting for any wear and tear
- Ensuring machine parts are well lubricated to reduce sparking potential
- Checking fluid levels on equipment like oil, coolant and other fluids to avoid overheating the engine components
- Stopping often to cool machines down during hot days
- Acknowledging that hay bales can spontaneously combust under hot and dry conditions. To avoid accidently starting a wildfire, consider baling outside the peak burning hours of (3 pm - 7 pm) as this is when wildfires are more likely to occur and spread quickly
- Always carry firefighting equipment with you like a fire extinguisher, shovel and water vessel
For more information on proactive measures you can take to prevent wildfires from starting on your property, check out the FireSmart Farm and Acreage magazine.
If you’re going to burn it, get a permit
Fire permits are required for all burning in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta until October 31, 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 September 4, 2026 3:23 pm