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Wildfire update

Fort McMurray Forest Area - August 15, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

Low wildfire danger

The wildfire danger across the Fort McMurray Forest Area remains 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 79,437 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. 

Wildfire pledge

Thank you to all who took part in the wildfire pledge.

The winner of the educational helicopter flight will be announced soon.

By working together, we can help protect our communities and reduce the risk of wildfires.

Campfire safety

If you are planning on having a campfire in campgrounds or recreational areas, use the designated stoves, fire rings or fire pits. These are designed to keep fires from spreading and are the best choice for a safe campfire. 

When outside of a campground, use sites that are clear of dry grass, leaves, branches, and flammable vegetation. If a site has already been used for a campfire, use the same site.  Build your campfire on level ground that is sheltered from wind.  If you cannot build your fire near a water source, have a large container of water nearby to keep your campfire under control.

Never leave your campfire unattended.  Embers from your campfire can land in nearby vegetation and cause a wildfire. To fully extinguish your campfire when you are done, always soak it, stir it and soak it again. The ashes should be cool to the touch. Do not bury your fire as the embers may continue to smoulder and can re-emerge as a wildfire.  

See Campfire Safety for more information. 

Contact info

Carley Johnson
780-799-9253
[email protected]

Published on August 15, 2025 4:11 pm