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High wildfire danger
The fire danger remains high in the Slave Lake Forest Area. We received some rain lately, but it was not widespread enough to lower the fire danger. Higher temperatures are expected this weekend, which will increase the wildfire risk.
Wildfire situation
SWF071 is classified as under control and estimated to be 79 hectares in size. There have been no new wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area since May 21.
Since January 1, 2025 there have been 72 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, burning a total of 124.42 hectares. To view wildfires on a map, download the AB Wildfire Status app or visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard
Ready to respond
Following recent lightning activity and with the potential for holdover fires, fire lookout observers are watching for smoke, and firefighters with aircraft and heavy equipment are ready to respond to any new wildfires that may start.
If you see a wildfire or smoke, call 310-FIRE to report it.
Fire restriction
A fire restriction is in effect for the Slave Lake Forest Area. Under this restriction, all outdoor wood fires are banned on public lands and existing fire permits are suspended.
Prohibited
- Outdoor wood fires on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas.
- Any burning, other than a campfire, on private land
- Fireworks and exploding targets
Allowed
- Safe wood campfires on private land including provincial campgrounds with designated fire ring
- Backyard firepits
- Propane fire pits and natural gas-powered appliances
- Barbecue charcoal briquettes
- Indoor wood fires
- Open flame oil devices
Municipalities, cities, towns, villages and summer villages have the authority to put their own fire bans and restrictions in place. To view an up-to-date map of fire bans, restrictions, and advisories across Alberta, visit Alberta Fire Bans
Prevent wildfires
Spring wildfires are almost always human-caused. Please do your part and follow these tips to help prevent wildfires:
- Off-highway vehicles – Stop frequently and remove debris build-up from your machine's hot spots. Carry firefighting equipment such as a shovel, collapsible pail or fire extinguisher.
- Check your winter burns – Fires started during the winter can smolder underground and reignite in the spring if not fully extinguished. Always ensure your winter burns are completely out.
- Safe trailering- Before towing, always ensure your safety chains are crossed under the hitch and are not dragging. Dragging chains can cause sparks.
- Don’t park in tall grass – The heat from your vehicle’s muffler can ignite dry grass. Always park on bare ground or gravel.
- Use equipment safely – Operate spark-producing equipment away from dry grass and always have a shovel and water source on hand.
- Farming equipment – Clean debris from hot spots regularly and keep firefighting tools like a shovel, pail, and extinguisher nearby.
Contact info
Dan Troke
7808435772
[email protected]
Published on May 23, 2025 9:15 am