Rocky Mountain House Forest Area - October 09, 2026
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area is moderate. Although the area continues to experience warm temperatures, windy conditions and dry vegetation, cooler weather with snow and rain showers is expected over the weekend. These conditions are anticipated to reduce wildfire danger in the short term. Anyone spending time in the forest area is reminded to recreate responsibly and do their part to prevent human-caused wildfires.
Wildfire risk remains
Wildfires can still start and spread easily due to the abundance of dry vegetation across the forest area. Vegetation that has gone dormant for the season is especially susceptible to burning, as it has lost most of its moisture. It can fuel a fast-moving grass fire, even when temperatures are cooler. If you’re out hunting, camping, or enjoying the forest, please keep fire safety top of mind. Remember:
- Never leave a campfire unattended.
- Soak the fire, stir the ashes and soak again.
- Continue this until the ashes are cool to the touch and the fire is completely extinguished.
- Do not rely on cooler temperatures, rain, or snow to extinguish a fire.
2027 wildland firefighter recruitment
Applications are now open for the 2027 wildfire season. Positions are available for unit and helitack crew members and leaders. Visit Alberta Wildfire recruitment to learn more about these roles and other support positions that will be posted in the coming months.
Upcoming recruitment open house
Explore a career with Alberta Wildfire at a recruitment open house on October 22 from 2 to 6 pm in the Subway Room at the Rocky Regional Recreation Centre. Meet firefighters and local forest area staff, learn about firefighting equipment and operations and explore seasonal career opportunities with Alberta Wildfire for the 2027 season.
Wildfire situation
There are currently no active wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.
For up-to-date information on wildfire locations, status, size and statistics, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Published on October 9, 2026 1:09 pm
Wildfire season runs March 1 – October 31.
Find active fire advisories, restrictions, bans, forest closures, off-highway vehicle restrictions and what activities are allowed.
How to choose your campfire site, prepare your campfire and properly extinguish it when you are done.
Contact info
Allanah McLean
403-418-5023
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