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High wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Slave Lake Forest Area is high to very high. Under these conditions, wildfires can start easily and may spread quickly, especially if temperatures increase and winds pick up.
With warm weather returning over the next several days, the wildfire danger is expected to continue climbing. Firefighters are urging everyone to be extra cautious and do their part to prevent wildfires while enjoying the outdoors this summer.
Wildfire situation
There are 11 active wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, 5 are out of control, 3 are being held and 3 are under control.
See the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard for up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size, statistics and more.
Since January 1, 2025 there have been 142 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 372,838 hectares (ha).
Red Earth East Complex
The Red Earth East Complex includes 8 active wildfires that are located east of Highway 88.
Map of the Red Earth East Complex
- Out of control: SWF085, SWF089, SWF092, SWF094 and SWF100.
- Being held: SWF095, SWF099 and SWF115.
Firefighters supported by heavy equipment and helicopters with buckets, continue to extinguish hot spots across the wildfires in the complex. Firefighters are making steady progress, working farther along the containment lines and deeper into the interior of the wildfires.
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 buckets.
SWF089, located approximately 5.5 km east of Peerless Lake, is 12,927 hectares in size and remains classified as out of control. Fire activity continues to be low. Today, firefighters are extinguishing hot spots on the southwest side of the wildfire.
Firefighters from Costa Rica extinguish hot spots on the southeast side of SWF092. July 13, 2025
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, supported by helicopters with buckets, are extinguishing hot spots across the wildfire. Heavy equipment has completed containment lines along the southwest side of the wildfire, tying in to Cranberry Lake.
SWF094, located approximately 31 km northwest of Chipewyan Lake, is 71,529 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Helicopters with buckets are working on extinguishing hot spots along the west side of the wildfire.
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. Minimal smoke is visible as firefighters continue to monitor the wildfire and extinguish any remaining hot spots. There is no risk of the fire spreading to surrounding communities.
SWF100, located approximately 5 km west of Peerless Lake, is 18,376 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Firefighters are working on the east and north sides of the wildfire moving deeper into the interior, extinguishing hot spots.
Evacuation information
- An evacuation order remains in effect for the communities of Chipewyan Lake, and Trout Lake and Peerless Lake.
- 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. Infrared scans have been completed on each wildfire to identify any remaining hot spots, which are areas where fire may still be burning beneath the surface. The locations of these hot spots have been passed on to firefighters, who are working to extinguish them. Meanwhile, heavy equipment continues to reclaim containment lines on both wildfires.
Smoke conditions
Smoke from wildfires burning across Canada may result in smoky conditions in the Slave Lake Forest Area. To see where the smoke is coming from visit FireSmoke Canada. If you have smoke related health concerns, call Health Link 24/7 by dialing 811 or visit Alberta Health Services.
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 firefighters 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.
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
Leah Lovequist
780-849-0945
[email protected]
Published on July 14, 2025 4:14 pm