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Low wildfire danger
The wildfire danger is now low throughout the Slave Lake Forest Area due to recent rain. Wildfires are less likely to start and spread in these weather conditions.
Wildfire situation
There are 11 active wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, with 5 out of control, one being held and 5 under control.
Since January 1, 2025 there have been 173 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 378,714 hectares (ha).
See the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard for up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size, statistics and more.
SWF167, located approximately 70 km north of Red Earth Creek, is estimated to be 40 ha and is now classified as under control. This wildfire occurred on August 5 and was caused by lightning. The wildfire does not pose a threat to Highway 88.
Red Earth East Complex
The Red Earth East Complex includes 7 active wildfires that are located east of Highway 88.
Map of the Red Earth East Complex
- Out of control: SWF085, SWF089, SWF092, SWF094, SWF100
- Being held: SWF115
- Under control: SWF095
An evacuation order remains in effect for Chipewyan Lake. The wildfire threat to the community and the Chip/Alpac road remains minimal.
Widespread rain is expected to continue across the Red Earth East Complex, which should support firefighting efforts today and tomorrow. There has been no recent growth on any wildfires in the complex.
Firefighters, supported by helicopters and heavy equipment, continue to strengthen containment lines and extinguish hot spots. The wildfires are large and will take time to fully extinguish, and smoke may still be visible at times.
A firefighter extinguishes a hot spot on wildfire SWF089. Aug. 10, 2025.
- SWF085, which impacted the community of Chipewyan Lake, is 137,474 ha in size. Firefighters in a helicopter continue to monitor the wildfire for activity.
- SWF089, located approximately 5.5 km east of Peerless Lake, is 12,382 ha in size.
- SWF092, located about 7 km southeast of Red Earth Creek and 8.5 km west of Trout Lake, is 82,620 ha.
- SWF094, located about 31 km northwest of Chipewyan Lake, is 73,671 ha.
- SWF100, located approximately 5 km west of Peerless Lake, is 18,005 ha in size.
For information about the wildfires in the Red Earth East Wildfire Complex, please email [email protected].
Give firefighters space to work
There are active wildfire operations happening in and around communities. For your safety and ours, please avoid these areas and give firefighters the space they need to work safely.
The Red Earth Creek Airport is currently being used as a staging area for personnel, helicopters, and equipment. Helicopters and heavy equipment are operating regularly, and unauthorized access creates a serious risk.
Get your free fire permit
From March 1 to October 31, a fire permit is required for any burning in the Forest Protection Area, except for a campfire. Fire permits ensure safe burning practices are being followed and allow firefighters to know where burning is approved.
Fire permits are free and can be requested online. You may also request your fire permit by calling your local forestry office.
- Slave Lake: 780-849-7377
- Wabasca: 780-891-3860
- High Prairie: 780-523-6619
Contact info
Dan Troke
7808435772
[email protected]
Published on August 13, 2025 11:39 am