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High wildfire danger
The wildfire danger is high in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Warmer temperatures and strong, gusty winds have dried out vegetation and increased the danger level. These current conditions could lead to fast-moving wildfires.
If you're spending time or working outdoors, please use extra caution and stay informed.
Wildfire situation
For the most current information on active wildfires, including their locations and stats, visit our interactive wildfire map or download the AB Wildfire Status app.
GWF063 – Two Lakes Fire
Alberta Wildfire continues to respond to GWF063 located approximately 50 km southwest of Grande Prairie and 1 km north of the Two Lakes Road. Although the fire is some distance away, smoke has been visible from Grande Prairie.
Firefighters, helicopters and heavy equipment continue to carry out firefighting operations to contain this fire. At this time, no infrastructure, communities or provincial parks are at risk.
Two Lakes Road is now open.
For the latest road updates, please visit the M.D. of Greenview website.
An Alberta Wildfire firefighter works to extinguish a burning tree on GWF063, southwest of Grande Prairie.
GWF028 - The Hamelin Creek wildfire
The Hamelin Creek wildfire, located near Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, remains classified as being held. It is estimated at 5,557 hectares in size. Firefighters, supported by heavy equipment and helicopters, continue to make steady progress by strengthening containment lines and extinguishing hot spots.
Dry conditions in the area are adding to the challenge, as the wildfire is burning deep underground. The cause has been determined to be lightning.
For municipality-related updates, visit the Saddle Hills County website.
Moonshine Lake Provincial Park
The Moonshine Lake Provincial Park is open to the public, but please note that some walking trails are closed.
For the most up to date information, please see the Alberta Parks website.
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 26,277 hectares in size and is located near the Alberta–British Columbia border, about 68 km west of Grande Prairie. Lightning was determined to have caused this wildfire.
Unburned vegetation within the fire perimeter may ignite, and smoke could be visible in the area. Firefighting operations continue, focusing on locating and extinguishing hot spots.
The BC Wildfire Service is leading the response to this wildfire, with Alberta Wildfire providing support as needed.
Please be aware that BC Wildfire Service has implemented an Area Restriction Order that limits access to some areas on the B.C. side of the boarder. 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 67 wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, burning a total of 5,848 hectares.
Fire advisory
Due to strong winds, a fire advisory is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area.
Under this advisory:
- Existing fire permits are valid. Remember fire permits are not valid in winds over 12 km/h.
- 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.
Contact info
Kassey Zatko
780-538-5327
[email protected]
Published on July 14, 2025 12:52 pm