The wildfire danger is now high for the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area due to windy conditions. While the end of the legislated wildfire season was October 31, the risk of a wildfire starting remains. We recommend pausing any burning projects when the wind is gusting over 15 km/h.
Wind event
Due to this weekend's wind event, we encourage Albertans to go back and check fall burns to make sure they are extinguished. Soak the ashes with water, stir them and soak them again. Burn sites can smoulder underground and resurface during windy conditions.
Fire advisory
A fire advisory is in effect for the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area due to unseasonably warm, dry and windy conditions. These conditions increase the risk of wildfires starting and spreading through dry and dead fuels quickly.
A fire permit is not required for burning in the Forest Protection Area between November 1 – March 1, but we ask that Albertans use caution with their fall and winter burning projects and to not burn if the wind speed is over 15km/h. Wind and dry grass can create the right conditions for a wildfire to spread quickly.
This fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.
Wildfire situation
There are no active wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.
Since January 1, the Forest Area has responded to 79 wildfires that have burned over 1,200 hectares.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
End of wildfire season
October 31 marked the end of the 2026 wildfire season.
As of November 1, fire permits are no longer required in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. However, wildfires can start any time of year when conditions are dry, remember to follow safe burning practices to prevent human-caused wildfires. Residents planning to conduct a burn should contact their local municipality, as permit or notification requirements may still apply.
Updates will be provided over the winter months only if required. Regular updates will resume for the 2027 wildfire season.
2027 wildland firefighter recruitment
Applications are open for the 2027 wildfire season. Positions are available for unit and helitack crew members and leaders. Visit Alberta Wildfire recruitment to learn more about these roles and other support positions that will be posted in the coming months.
Firewood permits
A Personal Use Forest Products Permit (PUFPP) is required year round to collect firewood within the Forest Protection Area. This permit allows you to harvest a limited amount of wood for personal use. Tree cutting permit maps are available to help you find a suitable location. Permits can be requested online or in person at the Rocky Mountain House forestry office.
Contact info
Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
[email protected]
Published on November 6, 2026 1:00 pm