In Lacombe County, a fire advisory takes effect at 3 p.m. on May 1.At this time, Lacombe County will continue to issue fire permits for minor burns (less than 500 cubic feet); however, permits for large-scale burn activities will not be approved until conditions improve. All large-scale burn permits (greater than 500 c...

Albertans are asked to use caution when working or recreating outdoors this weekend due to hot and dry conditions. Current situation (as of 3 p.m., Sept. 5) There are 45 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and one mutual aid fire. One is classified as out of control, seven are bein...

The County of Stettler has implemented a fire restriction as of 9 a.m. on Aug. 27.They upgraded it to a fire restriction from the fire advisory issued July 23 because of the extended heat conditions and the lack of forecast precipitation in the upcoming weeks.At this time, a number of limitations have been put in place...

Warmer and drier conditions are returning across the province, which could increase the wildfire risk.Current situation (as of 3 p.m., June 30)There are 62 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and four mutual aid fires.19 are classified as out of control, nine are being held and 34 ...