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Moderate wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is now moderate. Above average temperatures are expected to continue, contributing to melting snow and drying conditions. Some areas are also experiencing periods of strong, gusting winds. Warm temperatures, winds and dry vegetation create ideal conditions for wildfires to ignite and spread.
Wildfire situation
RWF006 is currently classified as being held and is estimated to be 244 hectares in size. This wildfire is located 2.5km west of the Forestry Trunk Road (Highway 40/734) and north of the James River. This wildfire is not currently a risk to nearby communities or infrastructure. However, smoke from the fire may be visible from a long distance.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Winter burning reminders
Many winter burning projects are currently visible across the landscape, creating smoky conditions. While winter is generally the safest time to conduct these burns, the warmer temperatures and strong winds in the region mean we strongly recommend pausing activities until there is more snow cover and colder conditions, to lower the risk of fire spreading.
Now is also a good time to revisit any burn sites from earlier in the winter. Even if a fire appears fully extinguished, you should closely monitor the area for any signs of activity. Fires can remain dormant under snow or vegetation and may quickly reignite during periods of strong winds.
For more information on how to conduct safe winter burning, see our safe burning guidelines.
Contact info
Anastasia Drummond
403-818-0938
[email protected]
Published on February 2, 2026 3:16 pm