Alberta Fire Ban
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Soaring temperatures trigger fire ban across Alberta’s forest protection areaThe province said it is crucial that Albertans avoid any activities that fall under this ban to prevent new wildfires from breaking out.WeatherJul 10
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Edmonton fire ban lifted following rain, cool weatherA fire ban that was put in place in Edmonton almost a month ago, amid extremely hot and dry conditions and as wildfires raged across the province, has been lifted.WeatherJun 1, 2023
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Alberta parks closed over wildfire risk, Crown land campers urged to be smart May long weekend'I know this is disappointing for many, but it is necessary to reduce the risk of wildfire,' Alberta's minister of forestry and parks said of bans ahead of the May long weekend.FireMay 18, 2023
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Campfires restricted in Kananaskis Country as southern Alberta fire risk increasesContinuing hot and dry conditions have prompted officials to put a fire restriction in a stretch of the Rocky Mountains and foothills.EnvironmentAug 9, 2022
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Fire ban issued for Banff National Park because of ‘elevated’ dangerParks Canada officials issued a fire ban for Banff National Park on Tuesday, saying the decision was made "due to elevated fire danger."WeatherJul 20, 2021
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Alberta downgrades fire ban due to ‘great work’ of wildfire crews, favourable weatherThe fire ban, which covered the Forest Protection Area, provincial parks and protected areas, was put into place in mid-April as a measure to slow the start of the wildfire season.EnvironmentMay 26, 2020
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May long weekend moisture not enough to quash wildfire concerns in southern AlbertaSteady rainfall heading into the May long weekend helped with wildfire danger conditions across southern Alberta, however, there are still concerns.WeatherMay 20, 2019
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Provincial government issues fire ban for southern Alberta“The continued hot and dry weather across much of southern Alberta has created an extreme fire hazard," said Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier.EnvironmentAug 12, 2018
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One cigarette causes $1M in damages in southeast EdmontonFour buildings were caught up in a blaze that start at 193 Avenue and 67 Street.WeatherMay 22, 2018
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Strathcona County wildfire under control FridayA wildfire burning in northern Strathcona County for nearly a week has been brought under control by fire crews.EnvironmentMay 18, 2018
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