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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.
Smoky conditions
Due to the ongoing wildfire activity in the Slave Lake Forest Area, smoky conditions are expected to persist. Visit www.firesmoke.ca to see where the smoke is coming from. Anyone with health concerns should visit Alberta Health Services or call 811 for health advice from Alberta Health Link.
Wildfire situation
Firefighters in helicopters and airtankers continue to respond to multiple wildfires in the Slave Lake Forest Area.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 95 wildfires reported in the Slave Lake Forest Area, resulting in a total burned area of 13,374.79 hectares.
To see wildfires on a map, download the AB Wildfire Status app or visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Wildfires near Chipewyan Lake
As of May 28, 2025, two wildfires near Chipewyan Lake are burning out of control. Wildfire SWF085, located approximately 18 kilometres southwest of the community, has grown to 4,650 hectares and was spreading in a north/northwest direction. Although there is currently no direct threat to the community of Chipewyan Lake, smoky conditions are expected in the area. Wildfire SWF081, situated about 9 kilometres northwest of the community, is also burning out of control and has reached 490 hectares, with movement in the same general direction.
Due to heavy smoke and a potential threat to the Chip/Alpac Road, an evacuation order has been issued for the community of Chipewyan Lake. Residents are advised to monitor the Alberta Emergency Alert website for detailed information and updates.
For more information regarding the Chipewyan Lake wildfires, contact:
Leah Lovequist
Wildfire Information Officer
780-849-0945
[email protected]
Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076)
The Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076) was detected on the afternoon of May 25 and is located approximately 8 kilometres north of Swan Hills. The wildfire remains classified as out of control and is estimated to be 4,480 hectares in size.
Due to the hot, dry and windy conditions the fire was very active today and there was growth on the northeast side of the fire. Fire activity continued to increase in this area throughout the day. Firefighters did end up making good progress with support from helicopters, airtankers and heavy equipment.
Edith Lake Wildfire earlier today, at 1:30 pm on May 28, smoke is visible in the region.
As conditions allow, crews and heavy equipment will continue working overnight to strengthen containment lines and support suppression efforts, on the southeast side of the fire. An assessment will be done tomorrow morning to determine an accurate size of this wildfire.
Due to continued extreme fire behaviour, highway 33 remains closed at this time. For the most up-to-date information on road closures, visit 511 Alberta.
The evacuation order remains in effect for the Town of Swan Hills. For details and updates, visit Albert Emergency Alert.
For more information regarding the Edith Lake Wildfire, contact:
Colby Lachance
Wildfire Information Officer
780-286-4332
[email protected]
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 28, 2025 7:37 pm