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Alberta Wildfire Alberta Wildfire is responsible for wildfire management in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.

For general wildfire information, please call 1-866-FYI-FIRE (1-866-394-3473). Please see our Comment & General Use policy:
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02/11/2026

Wildfire season may be over, but Alberta’s wildfire preparedness and mitigation work continues year-round.

From community fireguards and hazardous-fuel reduction to FireSmart projects, training and planning, we are working with communities, Indigenous partners and industry to help reduce wildfire risk across the province.

Thank you to all Alberta Wildfire staff for their hard work and dedication fighting wildfires across Alberta, Canada and...
30/10/2026

Thank you to all Alberta Wildfire staff for their hard work and dedication fighting wildfires across Alberta, Canada and beyond in 2026.

This year more than 1,000 firefighters and support staff were sent to help our partner agencies, including the Northwest Territories, Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, the US and Australia.

Join us in sharing our gratitude with all the men and women of Alberta Wildfire!

Planning a winter burn? We recommend waiting until there is 15 cm of snow on the ground before igniting a burn project w...
28/10/2026

Planning a winter burn? We recommend waiting until there is 15 cm of snow on the ground before igniting a burn project within the Forest Protection Area.

Fire permits are no longer required after November 1, but following safe winter burning practices is always important.

Learn more: https://www.alberta.ca/safe-burning

Alberta Wildfire is hiring wildfire crew members who believe in teamwork, safety and have a personal dedication to fitne...
26/10/2026

Alberta Wildfire is hiring wildfire crew members who believe in teamwork, safety and have a personal dedication to fitness.

Water delivery systems and pump operations are integral to a wildland firefighter's work and crews often work to troubleshoot and solve issues in remote areas.

It’s a job unlike any other that can be physically and mentally demanding, requiring agility and the ability to solve problems under pressure.

Learn if wildland firefighting is the career for you at an upcoming open house: https://www.alberta.ca/wildfire-recruitment-open-houses

Dry crops, grass, and equipment can create conditions where a small spark becomes a wildfire. Protect your farm or acrea...
23/10/2026

Dry crops, grass, and equipment can create conditions where a small spark becomes a wildfire.

Protect your farm or acreage by removing dry vegetation and debris from around buildings. Inspect and clean farm equipment to prevent sparks and overheating.

Help reduce the risk of wildfire and carry firefighting equipment, like a fire extinguisher, shovel or pail.

Wildfire risk doesn’t end when the season does.Any time there is a fire burning on the landscape, there is a risk that i...
21/10/2026

Wildfire risk doesn’t end when the season does.

Any time there is a fire burning on the landscape, there is a risk that it can spread.

Safe burning practices are always in season. Only set fires that can be controlled by available manpower and equipment. Never leave your fire unattended.

Fire permits are required for all burning activities, except campfires, in the Forest Protection Area until October 31.

Alberta’s wildland firefighters play a vital role on the front lines, helping protect our forests, communities and ecosy...
20/10/2026

Alberta’s wildland firefighters play a vital role on the front lines, helping protect our forests, communities and ecosystems from wildfire.

We have three wildfire crew programs that are all used for wildfire response and readiness - unit crews, helitack crews, and hoist crews.

Believe you have what it takes?

Apply today: https://jobpostings.alberta.ca/job/Various-Wildfire-Crew-Member/606646017/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUyCf1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4Qn1imE6h8YSDjo_O2sxqwz6LDI3dVAy6TeDTyIy2FGe2Te4hKKszjen97IA_aem_lXR0_PT07H6ThyeefV0wlw

It’s a job unlike any other.Being an Alberta wildfire crew member is physically demanding, and the days can be long, but...
16/10/2026

It’s a job unlike any other.

Being an Alberta wildfire crew member is physically demanding, and the days can be long, but the sense of unity, teamwork, and accomplishment is unmatched.

To learn more and decide if wildland firefighting is the career for you, visit an upcoming open house in your community and speak with staff about the role, requirements and other career opportunities.

Learn more: https://www.alberta.ca/wildfire-recruitment-open-houses

Fighting wildfires is a team effort and teamwork happens in the air and on the ground. Wildfires can be complex and move...
16/10/2026

Fighting wildfires is a team effort and teamwork happens in the air and on the ground.

Wildfires can be complex and move quickly, depending on the factors at play. It’s critical that crews work together in identifying hazards, maintaining situational awareness, and making sure that everyone gets home safe at the end of the day.

We can’t do this alone. Success is a coordinated effort from the entire crew.

The public plays an important role when it comes to detecting wildfires. Wildland firefighters in the Slave Lake Forest ...
14/10/2026

The public plays an important role when it comes to detecting wildfires.

Wildland firefighters in the Slave Lake Forest Area were dispatched to this hunting site after receiving a call from 310-FIRE about an unattended campfire.

A quick response helped ensure the fire didn't spread. Even a small fire can become a wildfire if it isn't extinguished properly.

If you see smoke, call 310-FIRE to report it. Your help does make a difference.

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