While recent rain and cooler conditions have kept the wildfire danger moderate, we are expecting a return to hot and dry conditions. The wildfire risk is likely to climb in the next few days. A fire advisory is now in place for the High Level Forest Area.
Wildfire update
There are currently 5 active wildfires in the forest area. One of these wildfires is classified as being held:
- HWF094 is located on the border of Wood Buffalo National Park and Caribou Mountains Wildland Provincial Park and is currently 13,200 hectares (ha) in size. Crews are monitoring this remote fire.
As of January 1, 2026, there have been 112 wildfires in the High Level Forest Area that have burned 14,270 ha. For real-time information on wildfires visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard or download the Alberta Wildfire Status app.
Fire advisory
A fire advisory is in effect in the High Level Forest Area due to strong winds and an anticipated increase in fire danger.
Under this advisory new fire permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis and existing fire permits remain valid.
Visit Albertafirebans.ca for additional information.
The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.
Be wildfire prepared
- Get informed – it is your responsibility to know your local coverage and have alternative ways to stay informed whether you live remotely, are travelling or are spending time in the backcountry.
- Check fire danger ratings for your area and learn about your community’s wildfire history to help you assess current conditions and make informed decisions.
- Download the Alberta Wildfire app for mobile devices.
- See Alberta Wildfire for the status and location of wildfires, fire bans and restrictions, and learn more about wildfire prevention.
- Download the WeatherCan app for advisories in your chosen location(s) and visit the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) map to track air quality in your community
- Visit FireSmoke Canada for information about wildland fire weather and smoke. Monitor smoke forecasts to plan for poor air quality, even when fires are far away.
- Maintain an emergency kit with essential supplies and wildfire-specific items including personal protective equipment like respirators (for example: N95, KN95 or P100) or high-quality medical masks (for example: an ASTM-certified mask). Keep your kit in a safe, easy-to-access location, even in the dark.
- If you have a vehicle, keep the tank full in case fuel stations lose power or are closed. Keep a vehicle emergency kit and include an extra phone charger with necessary adapters.
- Create an emergency plan that helps prepare your loved ones for wildfire by ensuring everyone knows where to go and how to respond, even if separated when it occurs.
- Learn about reception centres to understand what they offer and what to expect if you are directed to one during an evacuation. Learn more about reception centres on the evacuation webpage.
For more information visit the Alberta Wildfire preparedness site.
Published on July 13, 2026 3:31 pm