Due to forecast winds and dry conditions, a Fire Advisory is now effect for the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) section of the Forest Protection Area (FPA):

Existing Fire Permits remain valid

No new fire permits will be issued

Safe campfires are allowed

The Advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve.

WILDFIRE PREVENTION TIPS

Albertans are asked to use caution when recreating within the FPA:

Clear debris from hot spots on your Off-Highway Vehicle.

Ensure your campfire is out - Soak it, Stir it, Soak it Again.

NEW REGULATIONS AS OF MARCH 31

Alberta Agriculture and Forestry has announced changes to the Forest Prairie and Protection Act and Regulations. The changes are in support of the government commitment to protect Albertans and their communities from the threat of wildfire. Full details on the changes can be found here.

PROVINCIAL SUMMARY - 5 MAY 2017

Alberta currently has 14 wildfires: 5 are Under Control, and 9 have been turned over to the responsible parties.

wildfires: are Under Control, and have been turned over to the responsible parties. Since March 1, Alberta has recorded 137 wildfires that burned a total of 506.07 hectares.

The following prescribed fires are scheduled within the Calgary Forest Area (CFA) section of the Forest Protection Area (FPA):

PRESCRIBED FIRE - KANANASKIS, AB

In partnership with Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry will be conducting prescribed fire operations in Kananaskis as conditions permit. Wildland firefighting crews will be burning small stands of spruce trees as part of the Evan-Thomas Vegetation Management Plan. Although some smoke may be visible from Highway 40 near Kananaskis village, it is expected to disperse. If smoke becomes an issue, crews will suspend burning. If you require further information on the hazard reduction burn, please call the Alberta Parks office at (403) 678-5500.

PRESCRIBED FIRE - WILLOW CREEK, AB

Alberta Agriculture and Forestry is conducting hazard reduction burns west of Highway 22 near Chain Lakes. Wildland firefighting crews will be burning small stands of willow as conditions permit. This work is a continuation of the research burn study commenced in the fall of 2016. Although some smoke may be visible from Highway 532, it is expected to disperse. If smoke becomes an issue, crews will suspend burning.

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