The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has been downgraded to moderate.
Alberta Wildfire officials say cooler temperatures and scattered rainfall across the area have allowed a brief reprieve from last week’s hot and dry conditions.
Due to persistently dry, warm, and windy conditions, the danger was previously listed as “high” on May 29.
Officials urge residents and visitors to be cautious with outdoor fires. Ensure campfires are fully extinguished. Soak it, stir it and soak it again.
A fire advisory remains for the entire West Country.
The advisory, issued May 29, is in effect for the Clearwater County region, the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, and the town of Rocky Mountain House.
Under the current advisory, certain activities are still allowed. Safe wood campfires are permitted on private land, including backyard fire pits. Charcoal briquette barbeques, gas and liquid-powered appliances like stoves, lanterns, and propane fire rings can also be used.
Open flame oil devices, such as turkey deep fryers and tiki torches, are allowed as well. Additionally, indoor wood fires, when contained within a device equipped with a chimney and spark arrestor, remain acceptable.
The fire advisory means that while existing fire permits remain valid, new permits will be issued only on a case-by-case basis.
For updates on active wildfires, visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Since January 1, 2025, there have been 47 wildfires in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area.
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