Government mail service may be affected by the Canada Post labour disruption. Learn about how critical government mail will be handled.
Very High wildfire danger
The fire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area is very high due to hot, dry and windy conditions. A wildfire can easily ignite and become out of control in these conditions. Use caution with any activity that could start a fire.
Wildfire situation
Alberta Wildfire is responding to multiple new wildfires caused by a lightning storm passing through the Grande Prairie Forest Area late yesterday. These wildfires do not pose a threat to communities at this time.
Since January 1, there have been 32 wildfires in the forest area that have burnt over 9 hectares (ha).
For more information on the location, status, size and statistics of wildfires across Alberta, 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 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 the conditions improve. Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information and to view a map of the advisory boundaries.
Municipal wildfire reporting
Sharing timely information about active wildfires with Albertans is an important part of the Alberta government's approach to wildfire safety. That’s why we’ve enabled municipalities to report wildfires occurring within their borders to have them included on the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard and Alberta Wildfire Status app. The blue flame icon indicates a municipal fire. Read the map legend to understand the different flame icons.
Alberta Wildfire is also introducing response type reporting to explain how a wildfire is being managed. Wildfires within Alberta Wildfire’s jurisdiction will be assigned one of three response types:
- Full response: Immediate and aggressive suppression action is taken.
- Modified response: Some suppression action is used to contain a wildfire within a pre-determined boundary.
- Monitored response: The wildfire is observed and assessed.
Click on one of the flame icons on the wildfire map to find the response type information.
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.
Published on May 29, 2026 11:20 am