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Extreme wildfire danger
The wildfire danger is extreme in the Slave Lake Forest Area due to hot, dry and windy conditions.
A wildfire will ignite very easily in these conditions and can quickly grow out of control. Avoid all outdoor activities that have the potential to spark a fire.
Wildfire situation
Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076)
The Edith Lake wildfire was detected on the afternoon of May 25 and is located 8 km north of Swan Hills and 5 km west of highway 33. This wildfire is currently classified as out of control and is 2,266 hectares.
This afternoon, due to windy conditions the fire intensity increased on the east side of the wildfire and it has crossed highway 33. Highway 33 remains closed. Visit 511 Alberta for the most up to date information on road closures.
Firefighters, supported by helicopters, airtankers, and heavy equipment, continue to fight the wildfire.
The Incident Command Team has arrived and will be coordinating response efforts.
Night vision-equipped helicopters and heavy equipment will continue to work through the night to strengthen containment lines and support ongoing suppression efforts.
An evacuation order remains in effect for the town of Swan Hills. For information on the evacuation order please visit Albert Emergency Alert.
New wildfires
Firefighters in helicopters and airtankers have responded to multiple wildfires over the past 24 hours. There are 11 wildfires burning out of control in the Slave Lake Forest Area. At this time, these wildfires do not pose a risk to communities.
To see wildfires on a map, download the AB Wildfire Status app or visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 92 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, resulting in a total burned area of 2,936.49 hectares.
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
Contact info
Leah Lovequist
780-849-0945
[email protected]
Published on May 27, 2025 7:20 pm