With continued warm and dry conditions, the fire danger is high across the Slave Lake Forest Area. Use caution when spending time outdoors, and do your part to help prevent wildfires.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, 2026, the Slave Lake Forest Area has responded to 60 wildfires, which have burned approximately 41 hectares (ha).
There are two active wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area.
SWF059, which was discovered on July 24, 2026, is currently being held at 3 ha. The wildfire is located along the southeastern edge of McConachie Lake, which is approximately 60 kilometers north of Slave Lake. Firefighters will continue their suppression efforts on Saturday, July 25, supported by helicopters.
SWF060 was discovered on July 24, 2026, and is located approximately 24 kilometers southeast of Trout Lake and 54 kilometers northwest of Wabasca-Desmarais. The fire is 0.02 ha and classified as out of control. Alberta Wildfire responded with firefighters and helicopters with buckets. They will return to the fire on Saturday, July 25.
There is no risk to communities from these wildfires.
See the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard for up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size, and statistics. By adjusting settings and layers on the dashboard, you can also view forest area boundaries, active fire advisories, restrictions and bans, wildfire danger ratings and much more.
Be wildfire prepared
- Get informed – it is your responsibility to know your local coverage and have alternative ways to stay informed whether you live remotely, are travelling or are spending time in the backcountry.
- Check fire danger ratings for your area and learn about your community’s wildfire history to help you assess current conditions and make informed decisions.
- Download the Alberta Wildfire app for mobile devices.
- See Alberta Wildfire for the status and location of wildfires, fire bans and restrictions, and learn more about wildfire prevention.
- Download the WeatherCan app for advisories in your chosen location(s) and visit the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) map to track air quality in your community
- Visit FireSmoke Canada for information about wildland fire weather and smoke. Monitor smoke forecasts to plan for poor air quality, even when fires are far away.
- Maintain an emergency kit with essential supplies and wildfire-specific items including personal protective equipment like respirators (for example: N95, KN95 or P100) or high-quality medical masks (for example: an ASTM-certified mask). Keep your kit in a safe, easy-to-access location, even in the dark.
- If you have a vehicle, keep the tank full in case fuel stations lose power or are closed. Keep a vehicle emergency kit and include an extra phone charger with necessary adapters.
- Create an emergency plan that helps prepare your loved ones for wildfire by ensuring everyone knows where to go and how to respond, even if separated when it occurs.
- Learn about reception centres to understand what they offer and what to expect if you are directed to one during an evacuation. Learn more about reception centres on the evacuation webpage.
For more information visit the Alberta Wildfire preparedness site.
Contact info
Jody Lucius
780-805-0312
[email protected]
Published on July 25, 2026 11:04 am