Slave Lake Forest Area - June 12, 2025

Wildfire situation 

Since January 1, 2025, there have been 118 wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area, resulting in a total burned area of 379,929 hectares.

There are currently 18 active wildfires in the forest area. 

For the most up-to-date information, see the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.  

Red Earth East Complex 

The Red Earth East Complex, located east of Highway 88, includes 10 wildfires that are all classified as out of control: SWF085, SWF089, SWF091, SWF092, SWF094, SWF095, SWF099, SWF100, SWF110 and SWF115.

Evacuation orders remain in effect for the following communities: 

• Chipewyan Lake
• Red Earth Creek
• Loon River First Nation
• Trout Lake and Peerless Lake

SWF085 is estimated to be 137,878 hectares in size. This wildfire is affecting the community of Chipewyan Lake, and continues to be active. Firefighters are being supported by heavy equipment and helicopters to work on building containment lines and extinguishing hot spots where effective. 

SWF089 is estimated to be 11,966 hectares in size. This wildfire is located approximately 14 km east of Peerless Lake. Heavy equipment continues to establish containment lines, with nearby lakes serving as natural barriers to help limit the fire's spread.

SWF092 is estimated to be 77,268 hectares in size. This wildfire is located approximately 7.5 km southeast of Red Earth Creek and 9 km west of Trout Lake. Firefighters, heavy equipment and helicopters conducting bucketing operations are focused along the south and southeast sides of the wildfire. Firefighters are also strengthening containment lines on the northwest corner to limit the wildfire's spread.  

SWF095 is estimated to be 1,084 hectares in size. This wildfire is located approximately 2 km from Peerless Lake and 7 km from Trout Lake. The wildfire is bordered by bodies of water that are helping to prevent its spread to the south and east. Firefighters continue to establish containment lines along the west, north and southern sides to further limit the fire’s spread.

SWF100 is estimated to be 15,739 hectares in size. This wildfire is located approximately 5 km west of Peerless Lake. Winds today are coming from the east, moving the fire away from the community of Peerless Lake. Heavy equipment has established containment lines on the east side of the wildfire, using nearby lakes to help limit the fire’s spread.

Wildland urban interface (WUI) crews have installed sprinkler systems in the communities of Loon Lake, Red Earth Creek, Trout Lake and Peerless Lake. A WUI crew is trained in both wildland and urban firefighting and specializes in this work. The sprinkler systems they install help protect buildings by a keeping the surrounding areas damp, reducing the risk of ignition.

The fires included in this complex that are not listed above are not currently considered a threat to any communities.

For information about the wildfires in the Red Earth East Wildfire Complex, contact Dan Troke at 780-843-5772 or [email protected].

Blue Sky Complex

The Blue Sky Complex includes two wildfires, SWF088 and SWF076, that are being managed together. 

Blue Sky wildfire (SWF088)

This wildfire is located 22 km north of Marten Beach. It is classified as out of control and is estimated to be 12,386 hectares. Fire activity has increased on the west and northwest sides of the wildfire due to today’s east winds. Firefighters are being supported by airtankers and helicopters conducting bucket operations along the wildfire, working on containment and limiting further spread. 

Highway 88 is currently open, however smoke in the area may reduce visibility. For the most up-to-date information on road conditions, see 511 Alberta.

Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076)

This wildfire is located approximately 8 km north of Swan Hills. Thanks to the efforts of firefighters, heavy equipment and aircraft, this wildfire is classified as being held. It is estimated to be 16,852 hectares in size. Firefighters continue to work on the interior of the fire, supported by helicopter bucketing operations, working toward extinguishment of active areas.

An evacuation alert remains in effect for the Town of Swan Hills, for information, see Alberta Emergency Alert or the Town of Swan Hill’s website.

Please be advised that reduced speeds on Highway 33 are to protect wildfire crews working in the area. 

For information about the wildfires in the Blue Sky Complex, contact Sharma Chavez at 505-379-0497 or [email protected].  

Highway closures

When traveling in areas where wildfires are close to highways, please slow down and follow all posted signs. For your safety and the safety of our firefighters, road closures or reduced speed limits may be in place. For the most up-to-date information on road conditions, visit 511 Alberta.

Smoke conditions

Due to the ongoing wildfire activity, smoky conditions are expected to persist across the area. To view smoke forecasts, visit FireSmoke Canada. If you have health concerns, visit Alberta Health Services or call 811 to speak with a registered nurse through Alberta Health Link.

Contact info

Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
[email protected]