Whitecourt Forest Area - July 21, 2025

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. 

WWF044

Wildfire WWF044 was detected on July 18. It is located 19.5km west of the intersection of the ANC haul road and the Big Stone road. This wildfire is now classified as under control and is approximately 0.8 hectare in size. Firefighting efforts are ongoing to extinguish hot spots. 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. 

Firefighters are continuing to work on active hot spots within the fire perimeter. During times of hot and dry weather, smoke may be visible from within the perimeter due to the activity. 

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

Jacquie Dewar
780-268-5175
[email protected]