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Low wildfire danger
Due to cooler temperatures and much needed moisture, the wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is low and the fire advisory has been removed. While the likelihood of wildfires starting is reduced, a surprising number of wildfires start in the winter months.
Winter burning reminders
If you plan to burn this winter, we encourage you to follow our winter burning guidelines. These include waiting until there is a good snow cover (more than 15 cm), burning in stages so it's more manageable, consulting your local municipality and ensuring your fire is properly managed and fully extinguished.
Winter burning can also cause dangerous driving conditions when smoke lingers in the air, since smoke can stay close to the ground and travel great distances on cold days. The ideal conditions for burning are typically days with average temperatures and minimal wind. Please follow safe burning practices.
Wildfire situation
RWF080 remains classified as being held at approximately 90 hectares in size. Although this wildfire is not anticipated to grow further, unburned vegetation within the fire perimeter continues to burn, and smoke may still be visible in the area.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Tree cutting permits for personal use
Personal Use Forest Products Permits (PUFPP) are for small-scale personal use only (no resale) for Christmas trees, firewood or transplants. PUFPP authorize Albertans to cut and removed timber from designated Crown land only. 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 21, 2025 2:42 pm