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Extreme wildfire danger
The wildfire danger is extreme in the Lac La Biche Forest Area due to hot, dry, and windy conditions. A wildfire will ignite very easily in these conditions and can quickly grow out of control.
Please be extremely cautious when spending time outdoors. Avoid activities that could spark a fire and report any signs of a wildfire immediately.
Wildfire situation
There are currently 8 active wildfires burning in the forest area, with 2 out of control and 6 under control.
Caribou Lake Wildfire Complex
The Caribou Lake Wildfire Complex includes wildfires LWF090, LWF095 and LWF097. These wildfires are being managed together.
LWF090
This wildfire is currently burning out of control and is an estimated 69,104 hectares (ha) in size.
It was discovered on May 26 and began in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range. It is burning 17 km southeast of the community of Conklin and 28 km south of the Janvier airstrip.
Firefighters, heavy equipment and helicopters with buckets will work northeast, east and south side of the fire today and throughout the afternoon.
There is potential for extreme fire behaviour today, which will create challenges for firefighters and helicopter bucketing operations.
Lac La Biche County has lifted the evacuation order for the area south of Winefred Lake. The area remains under an evacuation alert. For more information, visit the Lac La Biche County website
Aerial view of bucketing operations on LWF097. June 11,2025.
LWF097
This wildfire is currently burning out of control and is estimated at 292 ha. It is located 11 km southeast of Bohn Lake.
Firefighters and heavy equipment crews continue to work on containment of this wildfire.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 103 wildfires in the Lac La Biche Forest Area, burning a total of 70,072 hectares.
Wildfire smoke
Wildfires in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range are causing smoky conditions in some parts of the Lac La Biche Forest Area. Call Health Link at 811 if you’re having respiratory problems due to smoke. Visit the Canadian air quality page for more information. Visit FireSmoke Canada to see where wildfire smoke is coming from.
Fire ban
A fire ban is in effect for the Lac La Biche Forest Area. Under this fire ban all outdoor wood fires are prohibited and exiting fire permits are suspended.
Prohibited:
- All outdoor wood fires on public and private land. This includes campfires in:
- backcountry and random camping areas
- designated campgrounds
- day use areas
- private land
- Barbecue charcoal briquettes
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed:
- Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
For a detailed map of the impacted areas, please visit Alberta Fire Bans.
Drones
Flying a drone near or over a wildfire endangers our pilots and forces us to ground aircraft, causing delays in firefighting operations. You could face a hefty fine for putting aircraft and people at risk. Please give our firefighters the space they need to do their jobs safely.
For more information visit Transport Canada.
Be prepared
This wildfire season, have an emergency plan in case you and your family need to evacuate. Individuals and families should be prepared to take care of themselves for at least 72 hours. Be sure to plan for your pets and livestock in case of an evacuation.
Report wildfires
Recent lightning in the area may have started wildfires that are still smoldering unseen and could flare up later when conditions are right. If you see smoke in the forest or signs of wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473). Quick reporting helps wildfire crews respond faster and reduces the risk of wildfires spreading.
Contact info
Randi-Marie Adams
780-404-9186
[email protected]
Published on June 12, 2025 10:42 am