Rocky Mountain House Forest Area - September 24, 2026
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is moderate. Recent precipitation has helped reduce wildfire risk across parts of the forest area, but not all areas received significant moisture, leaving some locations drier than others. As grasses and other vegetation begin to dry out for the season and lose moisture, the potential for grass fires increases. Everyone spending time outdoors is reminded to recreate responsibly and do their part to prevent human-caused wildfires.
Campfire safety
As temperatures cool, campfires and other warming or cooking fires become more common in the backcountry. Anyone who starts an outdoor fire is responsible for ensuring it is fully extinguished before leaving the site. To help prevent human-caused wildfires, build fires on bare mineral soil away from dead or dry vegetation, keep water and tools nearby and never leave a fire unattended. Cooler temperatures, frost and even light snow do not guarantee a fire is out, as unextinguished fires can smoulder underground for long periods before resurfacing when conditions become favourable. To fully extinguish a fire, soak it with water, stir the ashes and soak it again until everything is cool to the touch.
FireSmart your property
As fall approaches, it's a good time to prepare your property for next wildfire season. Fallen leaves, dry grass and other yard debris can accumulate around homes and become potential wildfire fuel. Taking a few simple steps now can help reduce wildfire risk around your home and property.
- Keep grass short around buildings. Short grass can help slow the spread of fast-moving grass fires.
- Store woodpiles at least 10 metres (30 feet) from your home and other buildings. This helps reduce the amount of combustible material located near structures.
- Clean your roof and eaves. Leaves, pine cones and twigs can collect there and ignite easily.
- Remove leaves, needles and other debris from around decks, fences and outbuildings. Keeping these areas clear helps reduce the amount of fuel available to a wildfire.
These are just a few simple ways to help reduce wildfire risk around your property. Visit FireSmart to learn more.
Wildfire situation
There are currently no active wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.
Since January 1, 2026, the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has responded to 72 wildfires.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Published on September 24, 2026 1:25 pm
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