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Wildfire update

Rocky Mountain House Forest Area - May 03, 2025

Report a wildfire: 
310-FIRE (3473)

Alberta Wildfire application:

Extreme wildfire danger

The wildfire danger is now extreme in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area. 

Dead and dry vegetation continues to be a major concern, as it is highly flammable and provides an easily available fuel source for wildfires. Significant precipitation will be necessary to help reduce the wildfire danger.

A fire restriction is in effect for the forest area. Safe campfires are still allowed, but only in backyard fire rings and in designated fire pits at provincial and private campgrounds.

Please use extreme caution when spending time outdoors. 

Wildfire situation

Since January 1, 2025 there have been 29 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, burning a total of 85.53 hectares. 

High temperatures, strong winds and an excess of dry vegetation have created ideal conditions for new wildfires to start. Crews have been busy responding to new wildfires in the area:

  • RWF025 and RWF026 were discovered on May 1.
  • RWF027, RWF028 and RWF029 were discovered on May 2.

Thanks to the hard work of firefighters, with support from air operations, all of these wildfires have been extinguished, except for RWF029. This wildfire is currently 0.30 hectares in size and is classified as under control, meaning it has received sufficient suppression action to prevent further spread.

For the most up-to-date information on active wildfires and their status, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.  

A burned patch of grass next to highway with trees in the background and a clear blue sky. RWF028 was reported and extinguished on May 2, 2025, at a size of 0.20 hectares. 

Fire restriction

A fire restriction is in effect for the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area. Under this restriction, all outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands.

Prohibited:

  • Outdoor wood fires on public lands including backcountry and random camping areas
  • Any burning, other than a campfire on private land
  • Fireworks and exploding targets

Allowed: 

  • Safe wood campfires on private land including provincial campgrounds with a designated fire ring
  • Backyard firepits
  • Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
  • Barbecue charcoal briquettes
  • Indoor wood fires
  • Open flame oil devices 

This fire restriction will remain in effect until conditions improve or further escalation is required. For more details, please visit Alberta Fire Bans.

Report wildfires

Early detection is key to keeping wildfires small and manageable. 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 chance of wildfires spreading.

Contact info

Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
[email protected]

Published on May 3, 2025 10:50 am