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Wildfire update

Rocky Mountain House Forest Area - May 11, 2026

Low wildfire danger

Due to recent precipitation across the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area the wildfire danger is now low. Although warmer conditions are expected in the coming days, additional moisture is also forecast. These conditions will support seasonal vegetation recovery and promote green-up.

Wildfire situation 

There is currently one active wildfire in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area. RWF080-2025 is a holdover wildfire from last year and continues to be actively monitored.

Since January 1, 2026, the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has responded to 35 wildfires.

For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard. By adjusting settings and layers on this site, you can also view Forest Area boundaries, active fire advisories, restrictions and bans, wildfire danger ratings and much more. 

Wildfire mitigation information session 

Staff from the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area will be participating in a community event to share information on how to FireSmart your property and reduce wildfire risk. Members of the public are invited to attend this free session on May 13 at 6 pm at the Lou Soppit Community Centre (5406 48 Street, Rocky Mountain House). Attendees will have the opportunity to learn practical steps they can take to help protect their homes, properties and communities from wildfire.

Municipal wildfire reporting

Sharing timely information about active wildfires with Albertans is an important part of the Alberta government's approach to wildfire safety. Municipalities can report wildfires occurring within their borders to have them included on the  Alberta Wildfire dashboard and Alberta Wildfire Status app. The blue flame icon indicates a municipal fire. Read the map legend to understand the different flame icons.

Seeking your input 

Forest area updates are an important way to share information with Albertans. A short survey is available to help determine if these updates are meeting public needs. Share your thoughts today

Contact info

Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
[email protected]

Published on May 11, 2026 4:07 pm