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Wildfire risk in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area rated low on first day of spring
Wildfire danger remains low in the West Country for now, but officials warn that could change quickly as warm, windy weather moves into the region. Alberta Wildfire says above-zero temperatures and st...
Jordan Rein Mar 20, 2026 (Image credit: ID 1403019 © Onepony | Dreamstime.com)
West Country wildfire danger downgraded to low; debris burning near Nordegg
Due to continued winter conditions, Alberta Wildfire officials say the wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area remains low. The low designation is down from the moderate designation is...
Jordan Rein Feb 26, 2026 The Alberta government's wildfire dashboard shows only one wildfire in the West County -- RWF005 which is listed as 'under investigation'. (Alberta government/Wildfire Dashboard)
Wildfire risk moderate; West Country fire "being held"
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area remains moderate while a blaze out west is being contained. That's according to Alberta Wildfire officials who say a lack of snow in many pa...
Jordan Rein Feb 13, 2026 This view of RWF006 taken on Feb. 11, shows the lack of snow in the area and some of the difficult terrain firefighters are working with. (Alberta Wildfire)
Wildfire danger lowered to moderate in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has been reduced to moderate, down from the high designation issued Oct. 24. Recent moisture has helped ease wildfire conditions, particular...
Jordan Rein Nov 04, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard)
Wildfire danger now low in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, fire advisory remains in effect
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has been downgraded to low, following recent rainfall and cooler temperatures. Alberta Wildfire officials say that while the risk has eased,...
Jordan Rein Oct 16, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Update)
Wildfire danger lowered to 'moderate' in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, fire restrictions remain in place
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has been downgraded to "moderate" following a "high" designation to start October. Due to moisture from recent rain and snow, officials say ...
Jordan Rein Oct 08, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard)
Wildfire danger in RMH Forest Area 'Very High'; fire advisory remains in effect
Wildfire danger in the West Country has been steadily increasing since mid-August, and is now listed as very high. The new classification from Alberta Wildfire is an upgrade from the high classificati...
Jordan Rein Aug 29, 2025 (albertafirebans.ca)
Wildfire danger elevated to 'moderate' for Rocky Mountain House Forest Area
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has now been increased to moderate, after being designated as low on Aug. 12. Alberta Wildfire officials say daytime temperatures and a lack...
Jordan Rein Aug 21, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard)
Wildfire danger rated moderate in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area; no fire bans
The wildfire danger in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area has been raised to moderate, as warm and dry weather conditions are expected to continue in the coming days. Alberta Wildfire officials say ...
Jordan Rein Jul 30, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard)
Wildfire danger drops to low in Rocky Mountain House Forest Area after recent rainfall
A welcome stretch of wet weather has lowered the wildfire risk in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area, prompting officials to lift the fire ban and advisory that had been in place. The fire ban was l...
Jordan Rein May 14, 2025 (Alberta Wildfire Update)