Recreation, Arts & Culture
Wildfire Update
Wildfire Update
The most up-to-date information on local wildfires can be found on Alberta Sustainable Resource Development's website at www.srd.gov.ab.ca/wildfire
. Click on the Wildfire Status link to see current wildfire situation reports. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is in the Waterways district on the interactive map.
You can also keep an eye on our Newsroom for updates.
For fire ban information, please visit: Alberta Fire Bans, or call the Emergency Management Hotline: 780.799.8000
. Click on the Wildfire Status link to see current wildfire situation reports. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is in the Waterways district on the interactive map.You can also keep an eye on our Newsroom for updates.
For fire ban information, please visit: Alberta Fire Bans
, or call the Emergency Management Hotline: 780.799.8000Air Quality Warning
Due to air quality deterioration caused by fires burning in Northern Alberta, Alberta Health Services is advising residents to take precautions against health risks associated with current air conditions. People with respiratory conditions are advised to remain indoors, keep their windows closed and limit outdoor physical activity. People who experience difficulty breathing should consult their physicians. For more information go to: Alberta Health Services For up-to-date Air Quality reports, please visit: http://wbea.org/Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs)
- Before you ride, inspect your OHV and clear out any debris that has built up near the exhaust and under the seat.
- After riding through muskeg or tall grassy areas, stop and remove any potential fire starting debris. Dispose of hot debris sagely by making sure it is out.
- When riding, always carry a small fire extinguisher and collapsible shovel.
- Wash your OHV regularly, and stay out of streams and creeks.
- Ensure the muffler and spark arrestors on your OHV are in good working condition. Any alterations to the factory components of an OHV are in good working condition. Any alterations to the factory components of an OHV can greatly increase the chance of stating a wildfire.
Discarded Cigarettes
- Never throw a lit cigarette or a hot match on the ground or out the window while driving.
- Always use a designated cigarette container.
- Dry grass, twigs or leaves can smolder next to cigarettes or hot matches before igniting and starting a forest fire.
- Always extinguish cigarettes completely before placing them in trash cans, fire pits or designated cigarette containers.
