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High wildfire danger
The wildfire danger in the Slave Lake Forest Area is high. This means fires can start easily in dry vegetation and will spread rapidly under windy conditions. Firefighters are urging everyone to be extra cautious and do their part to prevent wildfires while enjoying the outdoors this summer.
There are 12 active wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, 5 are out of control, 3 are being held and 4 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 143 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 372,812 hectares (ha).
Red Earth East Complex
The Red Earth East Complex includes 9 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.
- Under control: SWF143.
Warm and dry conditions are expected over the coming days, increasing the potential for new wildfire starts due to recent and forecasted lightning. Existing wildfires within the complex may also show signs of increased activity. Firefighters, supported by helicopters equipped with buckets, will be deployed as needed to respond to any active areas.
There was a new wildfire detected yesterday afternoon in the complex area. SWF143 is located approximately 70 km northeast of Red Earth Creek and 23 km east of highway 88. The wildfire, caused by lightning is 0.1 hac in size. Thanks to the quick response of firefighters and helicopters, the wildfire is under control. Firefighters are working to extinguish the wildfire.
Firefighters continue to make good progress extinguishing hot spots along containment lines and are expanding their efforts deeper into the wildfires across the complex.
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 helicopters with buckets will be deployed if any active areas develop.
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. Firefighters are actively extinguishing hot spots on the southwest side of the wildfire.
Helicopter with bucket working on cooling hot spots on SWF092. July 14, 2025.
SWF092, located approximately 7 km southeast of Red Earth Creek and 8.5 km west of Trout Lake, is 79,551 ha in size and classified as out of control. Firefighters, supported by helicopters with buckets, continue working along the southwest and southeast sides of the wildfire where persistent hot spots remain. On the southwest corner, firefighters are working along containment lines and advancing south towards Cranberry Lake. Steady progress continues along the west side as firefighters work to extinguish deep-burning hot spots.
SWF094, located approximately 31 km northwest of Chipewyan Lake, is 71,529 hectares in size and remains classified as out of control. Yesterday, firefighters saw increased fire activity along the southwest and west sides of the wildfire. Helicopters with buckets were deployed to cool the hot spots and helicopters will be utilized in these areas again today.
SWF095, located approximately 5 km from Peerless Lake and 7 km from Trout Lake, is 1,307 hectares in size and is classified as being held. Yesterday, smoke became visible and helicopters with buckets were deployed to cool the hot spots. Firefighters in a helicopter will continue to monitor this wildfire.
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 along containment lines on the east and south sides, advancing into the interior of the wildfire to extinguish 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
Published on July 15, 2025 12:42 pm