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Moderate wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area remains moderate. While parts of the area have received scattered rain, warm daytime temperatures and wind can quickly dry vegetation, increasing wildfire risk. Continue to use caution with any outdoor activity that could start a wildfire.
Wildfire situation
RWF036 remains classified as being held at approximately 957 hectares. This wildfire is located approximately 5 km northeast of James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area, 30 km northwest of the Town of Sundre and 20 km southwest of Burnstick Lake. Firefighters and helicopters will remain active in the area until this wildfire is extinguished.
Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) is now open; however, reduced speeds remain in effect to support safe firefighting operations. Visit 511Alberta for more information. If travelling in the area, consider using alternate routes where possible. Recreationists are asked to avoid the area surrounding the wildfire and stay out of active work areas to support ongoing firefighting efforts and allow personnel to safely continue operations.
Since January 1, 2026, the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has responded to 37 wildfires.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Drones near wildfires
Flying a drone near or over a wildfire is dangerous and illegal. It endangers the lives of wildfire personnel and can force firefighting aircraft to be grounded, resulting in delays to critical wildfire suppression efforts. Help keep our firefighters and air crews safe by giving them the space they need to do their jobs. See Transport Canada for more information on drone regulations.
Share your feedback on forest area updates
Forest area updates, like this one, help keep Albertans informed about wildfire conditions. Your feedback is important. It helps improve these updates and ensure they meet public needs. Please take a few minutes to complete a short survey and share your input.
Reduce the wildfire risk on your property
While doing yard work this season, take steps to reduce wildfire risk around your home and property. FireSmart offers practical tips to help prevent wildfires and limit damage if one occurs. Consider these resources:
- FireSmart: Begins at Home Guide
- Farm and Acreage: A Guide to Reducing Wildfire Risk
- FireSmart also offers a free, one-hour FireSmart 101 course that covers basic principles and how to protect your home.
For more information on how to FireSmart your home, contact [email protected].
Contact info
Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
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Published on May 23, 2026 3:31 pm