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Low wildfire danger
Due to recent rainfall, wildfire danger across the Whitecourt Forest Area is now low.
Wildfires can still start and spread in cool, humid conditions. If you're enjoying a campfire, be diligent when putting it out: soak it, stir it, and soak it again to ensure it's fully extinguished.
Wildfire situation
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 44 wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area that have burned 2,795 hectares (ha).
Learn more about wildfire status and view active wildfires, their locations and stats on the interactive map on our wildfire status page.
WWF043
Wildfire WWF043 is now extinguished. It was detected on July 18 at Kidney Lake, 25 km south of the town of Swan Hills.
WWF044
Wildfire WWF044 was detected in the evening on July 18. It is located 19.5km west of the intersection of the ANC haul road and the Big Stone road. This wildfire remains classified as out of control and is estimated at approximately 1 hectare in size. Firefighting efforts are ongoing, though access was challenging today due to weather conditions. The cause of WWF044 is under investigation.
WWF023 Hubert Lake wildfire
The Hubert Lake wildfire is located 7 km west of Fawcett and 19 km north of the community of Vega, in the Hubert Lake Wildland Provincial Park. This wildfire is approximately 2,773 hectares in size and remains under control.
Lightning-caused wildfires
There has been an increase in wildfires in the Whitecourt Forest Area due to lightning. Thunderstorms could lead to more lightning-caused wildfires in the coming days. To report smoke or flames in the Whitecourt Forest Area, call 310-FIRE(3473).
Quick reporting helps wildfire crews respond faster and reduces the risk of wildfires spreading.
Get your free fire permit
You will need a fire permit for any burning in the Forest Protection Area, except for a campfire, from March 1 to October 31.
Fire permits ensure safe burning practices are being followed and allow staff to know where burning is approved. Municipalities may have rules and restrictions in place. If assistance is required, call the area office at 780-778-7153 during regular business hours.
For more details about safe burning practices, see our safe burning webpage.
Contact info
Kassey Zatko
780-538-5327
[email protected]
Published on July 19, 2025 6:54 pm