Overview
Wildfire season officially starts March 1 and runs until October 31 each year.
Wildfires can affect communities in forested or grassland areas, including urban green spaces like ravines and parks.
If a fire is near, protect yourself and loved ones by following directions from authorities and be prepared to evacuate.
See the following fact sheets for more information:
- Wildfires
- Evacuation
- Thunderstorms, lightning and hail
(these fact sheets are available in several languages at the bottom of this page)
Before a wildfire
Individuals and families should be prepared to take care of themselves for at least 72 hours.
During a wildfire
If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473).
If the fire is in your community, call 911.
After a wildfire
If you are ordered to evacuate, you cannot return to your community until authorities have declared it is safe to do so.
You should not re-enter your property if:
- authorities have not deemed if safe to do so
- any part of the structure has collapsed
Use extreme caution, especially if there are holes in the floor, broken glass or dangerous debris.
Prevent fires from restarting
- Check hot spots, like smouldering stumps and vegetation. Saturate these spots with water and monitor them closely.
- Check the roof and all exterior areas for sparks and embers.
- Check the attic and the house for hidden burning, sparks and embers.
- Monitor problem areas for several days.
Translated resources
Education material you can read, print and download to share online and within your community. Translated versions are also available in українською (Ukrainian), عربي (Arabic), 简体中文 (Simplified Chinese), 繁體中文 (Traditional Chinese), ਪੰਜਾਬੀ (Punjabi), Deutsch (High German), Plautdietsch (Low German), Español (Spanish), Français (French) and Tagalog (Tagalog).
Videos
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Contact
Connect with the Alberta Emergency Management Agency:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-422-9000
Toll free: 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
Email: [email protected]