Due to recent precipitation and cooler temperatures, the wildfire danger is now low across the Fort McMurray Forest Area. Wildfires can still start and spread in cooler conditions but are less likely to become severe if detected quickly. Be cautious with outdoor fires.
Wildfire situation
There are currently no active wildfires in the Fort McMurray Forest Area.
Since January 1, there have been 45 wildfires in the forest area. To view active wildfires, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard or download the Alberta Wildfire Status app.
Sign the Pledge – Win a Helicopter Tour
Take the wildfire pledge by August 15, 2026, and you could win an unforgettable helicopter tour of the Fort McMurray Forest Area. Explore wildfire operations up close, fly over the historic Horse River wildfire site and learn from experts about fire ecology and suppression. It’s your chance to see wildfire management from above, while helping keep our communities safe.
Last year's wildfire pledge winner, pictured below, took to the skies with her guest for an unforgettable educational helicopter tour last August. Take the wildfire pledge for your chance to win this year's helicopter tour while helping reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. Every pledge makes a difference.
Please sign the pledge here by filling in the form at the bottom. One entry per person.
Choose a safe campfire site
In campgrounds or recreational areas, use the designated stoves, fire rings or fire pits. Fire pits are designed to keep fires from spreading and are the best choice for a safe campfire. When outside of a campground, choose a site that is clear of dry grass and vegetation, away from low hanging branches. Clear the site down to bare mineral soil, keep it sheltered from the wind and always have water nearby in case your campfire escapes.
When you're done, always soak it, stir it and soak it again until the ashes are cool to the touch. Never leave your campfire unattended.
Contact info
Carley Johnson
780-799-9253
[email protected]
Published on July 27, 2026 1:12 pm