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Very High wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Slave Lake Forest Area has climbed to very high. This means wildfires can start easily and spread quickly under current conditions. Please be extra cautious when spending time in forested areas.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, 2025 there have been 141 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 373,159 hectares (ha).
To view wildfires on a map visit the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.
Red Earth East Complex
The Red Earth East Complex includes 8 active wildfires that are located east of Highway 88.
- Out of control: SWF085, SWF089, SWF092, SWF094 and SWF100.
- Being held: SWF095, SWF099 and SWF115.
Map of the Red Earth East Complex
Yesterday, warm and dry conditions led to increased fire activity on some wildfires, with visible smoke, open flames, and some trees burning from several hot spots. Firefighters supported by heavy equipment and helicopters with buckets, continue to extinguish hot spots across the wildfires in the complex.
Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) resources removed unneeded structure protection equipment from the communities of Peerless and Trout Lake. Firefighters are steadily advancing, putting out hot spots farther along the containment lines than where they worked the previous day.
SWF085, which impacted the community of Chipewyan Lake, is 135,971 ha in size and is classified as out of control. The wildfire threat to the community of Chipewyan Lake remains minimal. Firefighters in a helicopter continue to monitor the wildfire and have reported very little fire activity over the past several days. Any new smoke sightings are being addressed by helicopters equipped with water buckets.
SWF089, located approximately 5.5 km east of Peerless Lake, is 12,920 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Fire activity continues to be low, and firefighters are extinguishing hot spots on the southwest side of the wildfire.
SWF092, located approximately 7 km southeast of Red Earth Creek and 8.5 km west of Trout Lake, is 79,577 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Firefighters, with the support from helicopters with buckets, are extinguishing hot spots across the wildfire. Heavy equipment is building containment lines on the south end of the wildfire, progressing further every day. A hoist-equipped helicopter and hoist-trained crew of firefighters have been working on the south side of the wildfire to build helipads, which will provide safe access to the wildfire. Firefighters will use these helipads as starting points to build new containment lines. Two expert teams are also clearing fire-damaged trees that could pose a danger to crews working on the ground.
SWF095, located approximately 5 km from Peerless Lake and 7 km from Trout Lake is 1,307 ha in size and is classified as being held. Firefighters are monitoring this wildfire and have observed smoke. Unburned vegetation within the interior of the wildfire continues to ignite, and smoke remains visible. There is no threat of fire spread to nearby communities.
SWF100, located approximately 5 km west of Peerless Lake, is 18,344 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Firefighters are working on the east side of the wildfire, extinguishing hot spots along containment lines with the support of helicopters with buckets. An expert team is clearing fire-damaged trees that could pose a danger to crews working on the ground.
Firefighters clear trees and create trails to reach different parts of a wildfire. This photo shows a firefighter putting out hot spots along one of those trails.
Evacuation order
An evacuation order remains in effect for the communities of Chipewyan Lake, and Trout Lake and Peerless Lake.
Evacuation alert
A 2 hour evacuation alert remains in effect for the communities of Red Earth Creek and Loon Lake. For information about the wildfires in the Red Earth East Wildfire Complex, please email [email protected].
Blue Sky and Edith Lake wildfires (SWF088 and SWF076)
The Blue Sky Wildfire (SWF088) and the Edith Lake Wildfire (SWF076) are both classified as under control.
Lightning caused wildfires
Recent lightning in the area may have started wildfires that are still smoldering unseen and could flare up later when conditions are right. If you see smoke in the forest or signs of wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473). Quick reporting helps wildfire crews respond faster and reduces the risk of wildfires spreading.
Get your free fire permit
You will need a fire permit for any burning in the Forest Protection Area, except for a campfire, from March 1 to October 31. Fire permits ensure safe burning practices are being followed and allow staff to know where burning is approved so firefighters and aircraft are free to fight wildfires.
Fire permits are free and can be requested online. Visit firepermits.alberta.ca to request your fire permit 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
For more details about safe burning practices, see our safe burning webpage.
Contact info
Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
[email protected]
Published on July 12, 2025 10:39 am