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Extreme wildfire danger
Due to dry, windy conditions, the wildfire danger level is extreme in the Peace River Forest Area.
Vegetation is extremely dry and poses serious fire risk. Fast-spreading, high-intensity fires are likely, which will make firefighting challenging.
Use extreme caution until conditions improve. Plan any activities that could create a spark, hot exhaust or friction late in the evening or early in the morning. Keep watch of your surroundings and carry sufficient firefighting equipment and water if you are working outdoors.
Wildfire Situation
Since January 1, there have been 59 wildfires in the Peace River Forest Area, burning a total of 68,120 hectares.
Slims Creek wildfire (PWF050)
PWF050 is 30 km north of the town of Manning. Cooler temperatures have decreased fire behaviour over the last few days, with minimal spread. Work continues to contain the wildfire with heavy equipment, helicopters and firefighter crews.
Highway 35 is open between Hawk Hills and Keg River with speed reductions in place due to decreased visibility with smoke conditions.
Twin Lakes Provincial Recreation Area is in the vicinity of this fire and also remains closed at this time.
Bison Lake wildfire (PWF044)
PWF044 is burning 65 km east of the town of Manning, on the east side of the Peace River. Cooler temperatures have decreased fire behaviour over the last few days, with minimal spread. Firefighter crews, heavy equipment, and aerial resources continue to work to contain this fire. PWF044 poses no risk to infrastructure or communities at this time.
For real time information on wildfires in the province visit the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.
Fire ban
A fire ban is now in effect for the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Under this ban, all outdoor wood fires are prohibited and existing fire permits are suspended.
Prohibited:
- All outdoor wood fires, including wood campfires on public and private land, designated firepits and backyard firepits
- Barbecue charcoal briquettes
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed:
- Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
The fire ban will remain in effect until conditions improve.
Visit Alberta Fire Bans for more information.
Not worth the risk
Regulations and laws relating to fire in the Forest Protection Area are in place to prevent wildfires. When we abide by them, we protect homes, livelihoods, landscapes, and lives.
Not following the rules could lead to serious fines and penalities.
- Burning without a permit: $350
- Failure to extinguish permitted burn: $840
- Leaving a campfire unattended: $600
- Starting a fire during a fire ban: $600
- Setting off explosives/fireworks in the forest protection area: $600
- Operating an OHV during a ban or closure: $1200
- Interfering with wildfire operations: mandatory court appearance
Camping and recreating without a wood fire can be as easy as bringing along propane alternatives. Always check the Alberta fire bans app before heading out.
Unsure what activities are permitted in specific locations? Give us a call on our fire information line at 1-866-FYI-FIRE (394-3473). To report illegal fire activity call 310-FIRE (3473).
Contact info
Tannis McNabb
780-617-4851
[email protected]
Published on June 11, 2025 1:05 pm