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Wildfire update

Grande Prairie Forest Area - September 19, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

Extreme wildfire danger

Hot, dry and windy conditions have raised the wildfire danger for the Grande Prairie Forest Area to extreme. Wildfires can ignite easily, spread quickly and be challenging to control in these conditions. Due to this increased risk, a fire restriction is now in place. Avoid all activities that could spark a fire.

Wildfire situation

To view details on active wildfires in the province, visit the interactive wildfire map or download the Alberta Wildfire app.

Wildfire GWF111

Wildfire GWF111, located 12 km northwest of Nose Creek Settlement, is classified as being held at 44 hectares (ha). Firefighters, supported by heavy equipment and helicopters, continue to make good progress toward containing the wildfire.

Kiskatinaw River wildfire

The Kiskatinaw River wildfire, which started in British Columbia on May 28, is being held. It is estimated at 26,324 hectares (ha) in size and is located along the Alberta–British Columbia border, approximately 68 km west of Grande Prairie. This wildfire was caused by lightning. The BC Wildfire Service is leading the response to this wildfire with Alberta Wildfire providing support as needed. An area restriction limits access to some areas on the B.C. side of the border.

For more information on this wildfire and others in B.C., visit BC Wildfire Service.

Fire restriction

A fire restriction is in effect for the Grande Prairie Forest Area due to hot, dry and windy conditions.  

Prohibited:  

  • Outdoor wood fires on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas  
  • Any burning on private land, other than a campfire  
  • Fireworks and exploding targets  

Allowed:  

  • Safe wood campfires on private land, in a designated fire ring, including provincial campgrounds  
  • Backyard firepits  
  • Propane fire pits and natural gas barbeques  
  • Barbecue charcoal briquettes on private land, in a designated fire ring, including provincial campgrounds
  • Indoor wood fires  
  • Open flame oil devices  

Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information and to see the restriction area on a map.

Prevent wildfires

Hunting season

Hunting season is now underway. Remember, under a fire restriction, campfires are not allowed in random backcountry camping areas. If you are in an area permitted to have a campfire (such as on private land), ensure you are doing so safely:

  • Build campfires in safe areas, clear of grass, twigs and leaves.
  • Keep fires small and never leave them unattended.
  • Extinguish your campfire before going to bed or leaving the site. Soak it, stir it and soak it again.
  • A fire is out only when no heat remains in the ashes.

Farming and agricultural equipment

Agricultural equipment can inadvertently start a wildfire. If you are using farm equipment, 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

Kai Bowering
780-686-4637
[email protected]

Published on September 19, 2025 12:01 pm