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Low wildfire danger
The wildfire danger across the Grande Prairie 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
For the most current information on active wildfires, including their locations and stats, visit our interactive wildfire map or download the Alberta Wildfire Status app.
GWF099 - Lightning wildfire northwest of Grande Prairie
On August 12, an Alberta Forestry lookout tower reported a wildfire approximately 57 km northwest of Grande Prairie. Firefighters, supported by a helicopter and heavy equipment, responded quickly and stopped the fire from spreading. It is now classified as under control and is estimated at 0.2 hectares (ha) in size. The cause of GWF099 was determined to be lightning.
Smoke filters through the forest as an Alberta Wildfire firefighter works on GWF099 in the early morning light on Aug. 13.
GBZ001 - Kiskatinaw River wildfire
The Kiskatinaw River wildfire, which started in British Columbia on May 28, remains classified as being held. It is estimated at 26,195 ha in size and is located near the Alberta–British Columbia border, approximately 68 km west of Grande Prairie. This wildfire was caused by lightning.
Please be aware that the BC Wildfire Service has an Area Restriction in place that limits access to some areas on the B.C. side of the border.
The BC Wildfire Service is leading the response to this wildfire, with Alberta Wildfire providing support as needed.
For more information on this wildfire and others in B.C., visit the BC Wildfire Service website.
Grande Prairie Forest Area statistics
Since January 1, there have been 99 wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, burning a total of 5,884 ha.
Fire advisory lifted
As of 2 pm on August 14, the fire advisory for the Grande Prairie Forest Area has been lifted. Wildfires can still start, so please continue to use caution when working or enjoying activities outdoors.
Get a fire permit
During wildfire season, a fire permit is required in the Forest Protection Area for all burning except campfires. Permits help Alberta Wildfire track where burning projects are happening and outline the conditions for a safe burn. Request your free fire permit online or contact the Grande Prairie Forest Area at (780) 538-5560.
Farming and agricultural equipment
Agricultural equipment can inadvertently start a wildfire. If you are using farm equipment this wildfire season, take extra precautions by having firefighting equipment on hand. Read the FireSmart Farm and Acreage Guide to learn more about farm fire safety.
Contact info
Kassey Zatko
780-538-5327
[email protected]
Published on August 14, 2025 2:01 pm