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High wildfire danger
With high temperatures and dry conditions, the fire danger level in the High Level Forest Area is now high.
Use caution with any outdoor activity that could spark a fire.
Moody Creek wildfire HWF106
HWF106 was discovered August 8, 2025 and is located roughly 30 km southwest of Meander, 32 km southeast of Zama, and 32 km northeast of Chateh. The wildfire is estimated to be 2,050 ha.
Firefighters supported by multiple airtankers, helicopters and heavy equipment, are working on the wildfire.
Wood Buffalo National Park wildfire HNZ001
HNZ001 is located about 42 km north of Garden River, in Wood Buffalo National Park. This is a mutual aid wildfire and is located within the National Park boundaries. Alberta Wildfire has been in contact with Parks Canada and completed airtanker action on the west side of the fire. Smoke from the fire is visible from the communities of Fox Lake and Garden River. The wildfire is estimated to be 250 ha in size.
For more information on this wildfire please contact Wood Buffalo National Park at 867-872-0443 or [email protected].
Border fires
Alberta Wildfire continues to work closely with its B.C. counterpart to monitor wildfires HBZ001 and HBZ002, which are located on the Alberta-B.C. border. Both wildfires are being held.
Wildfire statistics
Since January 1, there have been 108 wildfires in the High Level Forest Area, burning approximately 57,000 ha. To view wildfires on a map and for live updates, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard. Learn about the wildfire status definitions used in Alberta.
Caution in burnt areas
We urge residents and others in wildfire areas to use extra caution near burnt areas. There are many hazards that may not be visible, such as deep-burning ash pits and falling trees. Burnt trees can be a serious hazard. Trees with green needles or leaves may look healthy but can have burnt-out roots and fall unexpectedly. Trees and powerlines can also fall on the road, causing a hazard to those travelling by vehicle. Do not approach powerlines, as they could be energized.
Keep drones away
Flying recreational drones near an active wildfire is illegal and dangerous. The airspace over and around a wildfire is closed to all aircraft, including drones, except for those directly involved in firefighting. There can be large fines for breaking the rules.
Contact info
Provincial Information Officer
780-420-1968
[email protected]
Published on August 9, 2025 6:07 pm