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Wildfire update

Grande Prairie Forest Area - May 16, 2026

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

High wildfire danger

The wildfire danger is high in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. While northern parts of the forest area received rain, most of the forest remains dry and extremely flammable. Use caution when recreating outdoors this long weekend and follow the fire advisory restrictions.

Wildfire Situation

Alberta Wildfire responded to one new wildfire in the Grande Prairie Forest Area yesterday. Thanks to the hard work of firefighters and support staff, it was quickly contained and extinguished. During this time of year, there is an abundance of dead, dry grass, that can easily start a wildfire. It is extremely important to remember fire safety when outdoors. If you see smoke or fire in the forest, call 310-FIRE to report it.

Wildfire smoke blows beside a body of water in the forest. Taken of wildfire GWF-025 on May 15, 2026. The wildfire has now been extinguished.

There are currently no active wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area.

For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard or download the Alberta Wildfire Status app.

Fire advisory

A fire advisory is in effect in the Grande Prairie Forest Area due to continued dry conditions.

Under this advisory

  • Existing fire permits remain valid
  • New fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis
  • Campfires are allowed

Prohibited

  • Any burning without a valid fire permit is prohibited, except for campfires.

The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve. Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information and to view a map of the advisory boundaries.

Wildfire smoke

Wildfires in BC are causing smoky conditions throughout the Grande Prairie Forest Area. Call Health Link at 811 if you’re having respiratory problems due to smoke. Visit FireSmoke Canada to see where wildfire smoke is coming from.

Seeking your input

Forest area updates are an important way we share the latest information with Albertans. We’ve developed a short survey to determine if the updates are meeting your needs. Share your thoughts today.

Contact info

Kai Bowering
780-686-4637
[email protected]

Published on May 16, 2026 12:14 pm