The wildfire danger level is LOW in the Fort McMurray Forest Area. If you see smoke or flame in the forest please call 310-FIRE (3473).
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Wildfire season runs March 1 – October 31.
From March 1 to October 31, all burning activities in the Forest Protection Area, excluding campfires, require a fire permit.
Prevent wildfires by checking on winter burn sites. Winter burns can smoulder underground and often reignite in the spring. Extinguish a fire by soaking it, stirring it, and soaking it again.
Contact info
Emily Smith
780-799-9253
emily.smith@gov.ab.ca