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Very High wildfire danger
Wildfire danger is very high in Fort Chip and Fort Smith. Due to recent rainfall, wildfire danger is low in the southern portion of the Fort McMurray Forest Area.
Hot and dry weather is expected to continue, which will increase the wildfire risk in the coming days. A wildfire could ignite very easily in these conditions and can quickly grow out of control. Avoid all outdoor activities that have the potential to spark a fire.
Wildfire situation
There are currently 7 active wildfires burning in the Fort McMurray Forest Area, with 2 fires currently out of control and 5 under control. They are being monitored for smoke and hot spots as part of suppression efforts. There is no risk to communities from these fires.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 54 wildfires in the forest area, burning approximately 79,228 hectares (ha).
To view active wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest area on map, visit the wildfire status dashboard or download the Alberta Wildfire Status app.
Smoke
Wildfires burning across Canada are creating smoky conditions across the Fort McMurray Forest Area. Always use caution when conditions are smoky and limit your time outside if possible.
- Visit FireSmoke Canada to see where the smoke is coming from.
- Smoky conditions can affect your health. Go to wildfire smoke and your health for more information.
- Call Health Link at 811 if you are having respiratory problems due to smoke.
Fire advisory
A fire advisory is in effect for the Fort McMurray Forest Area.
Under this advisory:
- Existing fire permits are valid.
- New fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis, for essential burning only.
- Any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire is prohibited.
- Safe campfires are permitted in designated campgrounds, public, and private lands.
Visit Alberta Fire Bans for details and to view a map of the fire advisory area.
Wildfire pledge
Join Mayor Sandy Bowman and Director of Emergency Management Cindy Miller in signing the wildfire pledge today!
Take the pledge, reduce wildfires and be entered to win an educational helicopter flight!
Sign the pledge:
- I will always use fire responsibly and safely in the Fort McMurray Forest Area.
- I will fully extinguish my campfire by soaking it, stirring it and soaking it again.
- I will stop and check my off-highway vehicle regularly for built-up debris while riding off-road.
- I will report any smoke I see in the forested areas to 310-FIRE.
- I will be an ambassador for fire safety when enjoying Alberta’s forested areas with friends and family.
Everyone plays a role in reducing the risk of wildfires.
Please sign the pledge here by filling in the form at the bottom. One entry per person.
Off-highway vehicle safety
An off-highway vehicle (OHV) can cause a wildfire. You can reduce the risk by following these simple steps:
- Before you ride, clean out hot spots and remove debris from your machine.
- After riding through muskeg or tall grass, stop and remove any build-up from your machine.
- Carry firefighting equipment such as a small shovel, collapsible pail or fire extinguisher.
- Wash your OHV and keep it clean. Do not wash in streams and creeks.
- Make sure your muffler and spark arrestor are working properly.
- Stop frequently. Take the time to knock debris from your machine’s hot spots. If the debris is smouldering, soak it, stir it, and soak it again to make sure it is extinguished.
For more information, see Off-highway vehicle safety.
Contact info
Carley Johnson
780-799-9253
[email protected]
Published on August 5, 2025 3:20 pm