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Low wildfire danger
The wildfire danger across the Fort McMurray Forest Area is low. Recent rain has helped reduce wildfire risk. Wildfires can still start in cool, damp conditions. Be cautious if you’re spending time outdoors and do your part to prevent wildfires.
Wildfire situation
There are currently 2 active wildfires burning in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. All active fires are classified as under control and 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 55 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.
Responsible recreation
Recreating responsibly on Alberta's public land is essential to preventing wildfires.
Remember to:
- Adhere to fire bans/restrictions/advisories
- Research destination and location regulations ahead of time
- When permitted, only create campfires on hard surfaces and/or in campfire rings
- Keep campfires small
- Never leave a campfire unattended
- Extinguish campfires completely
- Clear debris from hotspots on Off Highway Vehicles (OHV's)
- Properly maintain OHV's
- Never burn brush/ set off fireworks without a permit
- Never use explosives in the forest protection area
Contact info
Carley Johnson
780-799-9253
[email protected]
Published on August 12, 2025 4:28 pm