Slave Lake Forest Area - July 31, 2025

Wildfire situation

Since January 1, 2025 there have been 161 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 378,388 hectares (ha). 

See the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard for up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size, statistics and more.

There are 14 active wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, 6 are out of control, 4 are being held and 4 are under control. 

Due to warmer temperatures, multiple wildfires have started within the Slave Lake Forest Area. Firefighters and helicopters responded quickly, and at this time, none of the fires are threatening any communities.

Wildfire near Peavine Metis Settlement

SWF159 was detected on July 30 and is located approximately 9 km south of Peavine Metis Settlement. The wildfire is 1.5 ha in size and classified as out of control. Firefighters and helicopters are continuing suppression efforts on this wildfire today.

Wildfire east of Marten Beach

SWF149, which was detected on July 20, is located approximately 12 km east of Marten Beach and 20 km north of Slave Lake. The wildfire is 21 ha in size and is classified as under control. Firefighters are monitoring the wildfire and reclamation of fire guards has begun.

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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.

Due to the high temperatures, fire activity has increased in the interior of wildfires SWF089, SWF085 and SWF092. Firefighters were able to maintain containment lines and prevent further fire spread. Smoke may be visible over the next few days. 

These wildfires are large and will take time to fully extinguish.

SWF085, which impacted the community of Chipewyan Lake, is 137,021 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Firefighters in a helicopter continue to monitor the wildfire. An evacuation order remains in effect for Chipewyan Lake.

SWF089, located approximately 5.5 km east of Peerless Lake, is 12,920 ha in size and remains classified as out of control. Firefighters will continue suppression efforts on this wildfire today. 

Firefighters are working on a hot spot lon wildfire SWF089. July 30, 2025.

SWF092, located approximately 7 km southeast of Red Earth Creek and 8.5 km west of Trout Lake, is 82,399 ha in size and classified as out of control. Firefighters and helicopters with buckets continue to work on extinguishing hot spots within the fire’s perimeter. 

SWF094, located approximately 31 km northwest of Chipewyan Lake, is 73,046 ha in size and remains classified as out of control. Firefighters with support from helicopters with buckets continue suppression efforts on this wildfire. 

SWF095, located approximately 5 km from Peerless Lake and 7 km from Trout Lake, is 1,314 ha in size and is classified as being held. Firefighters and helicopters with buckets are working to extinguish hot spots within the fire’s perimeter. 

SWF100, located approximately 5 km west of Peerless Lake, is 18,442 ha in size and is classified as out of control. Firefighters and helicopters with buckets are working to extinguish hot spots along Highway 686. This wildfire does not pose a threat to the highway.

Smoky conditions

Smoky conditions may persist in the Slave Lake Forest Area. To find the source of the smoke, visit FireSmoke Canada. If you have smoke related health concerns, call Health Link 24/7 by dialing 811 or visit Alberta Health Services.