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Moderate wildfire danger
Due to the higher temperatures, rain and rapid snow melt, the wildfire danger is currently moderate in the Lac La Biche forest area. Over the next few weeks the wildfire danger level can change quickly due to unpredictable spring weather conditions. It's important to always use caution when doing any burning activities.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 13 wildfires in the Lac La Biche Forest Area. There are two active wildfires currently burning in the forest area.
Wildfire incident update - LWF009
Is now classified as being held. This wildfire is burning approximately 6 km north of the community of North Meadows. There are no immediate risks to people or the community but smoke may be visible. The wildfire is in an area where a hazard reduction burn was planned. Crews will contain this wildfire and manage it as part of the planned burn.
View active wildfires, their locations and statistics on the interactive map on our Wildfire Status page.
Hazard reduction burning
Hazard reduction burning is a crucial wildfire mitigation strategy that involves the controlled use of fire to reduce fuel loads in vulnerable areas.
This practice is especially important during the "spring dip," a period characterized by a sharp decline in vegetation moisture, which significantly increases wildfire risk.
Fire permits required
Fire permits are now required for burning within the Forest Protection Area, except campfires.
Fire permits are free and can be requested online. You may also request your fire permit by calling the Lac La Biche Forest Area office at 780-623-5388.
Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking Alberta Fire Bans.
Revisit winter burn sites
To prevent spring wildfires, revisit your brush pile or windrow burning projects to ensure all hot spots are extinguished.
- Spread out the remaining material.
- Soak the area and ensure there is no heat or smoke.
- Check your burn site multiple times in the coming weeks to ensure it has not reignited.
FireSmart
Your actions today can minimize wildfire damage to your home and property tomorrow. Visit FireSmart Alberta to learn how taking proactive FireSmart measures around your house and yard can increase your property's resistance to wildfire.
Agricultural equipment can inadvertently start a wildfire. If you are using farm equipment this wildfire season, take extra precautions by having firefighting equipment on hand. Read the FireSmart Farm and Acreage Guide to learn more about farm fire safety.
Fire advisory
A fire advisory is in place in the Lac La Biche Forest Area due to dry and windy conditions. Under this advisory, new fire permits will be issued on a case by case basis. All existing permits remain valid, however, renewals may not be granted. Safe wood campfires are not affected by this advisory.
Municipalities, Parks and protected areas may have additional fire safety requirements.
We recommend any landowners who have done burning over the winter months revisit the burn locations and ensure that these fires are extinguished and cold to the touch. As the snow melts, fine fuels like grasses become dry and receptive to ground fire. Smoke may not be present from these burn piles that are still smouldering, but they could still be burning allowing them to reignite and could cause a wildfire.
Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking www.albertafirebans.ca
Contact info
Randi-Marie Adams
780-404-9186
[email protected]
Published on April 15, 2025 10:34 am