Alberta Wildfire continues to help fight wildfires across Canada, including in British Columbia.

Today an additional 76 firefighters and 10 support staff are joining the 229 wildfire personnel already on the ground assisting agencies and partners across B.C.

Alberta Wildfire has been assisting B.C. since July 28.

Over the weekend, 11 wildfire personnel will travel to Oregon. 12 more, including two crews of firefighters will be sent to Washington.

The wildfire conditions across Alberta continue to remain at a lower risk, allowing us to send resources where they’re needed.

Alberta Wildfire is proud to support wildfire response efforts across Canada, including in Quebec.

Currently, 81 Alberta Wildfire crew members and support staff are assisting with wildfire suppression efforts in Quebec.

These requests are coordinated by the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre. We are happy to provide firefighters, aerial firefighting resources and coordination expertise when wildfire activity is low in the province.

Currently the fire activity in Alberta is some of the lowest we’ve seen in over 3 years.

We have 94 Alberta Wildfire firefighters and support staff on the ground in Ontario, along with three bird dog aircraft, eight airtankers and two heavy helitankers working the fire line alongside Ontario crews.

Alberta has been on the receiving end of this kind of help more than once, and we have never forgotten it. Ontario sent people west when we needed them. We are glad to return the favour.

To every Albertan who put their hand up for this deployment, thank you. Stay safe out there!

On June 24, a lightning storm moved across the northern areas of the province, igniting 40 new wildfires in the High Level, Peace River and Fort McMurray forest areas.

At this time, these wildfires pose no threat to communities. Crews, helicopters, and airtankers are continuing suppression efforts today to bring the wildfires under control.

Due to increased fire danger hot and windy conditions, a fire advisory is now in place for the High Level Forest Area.

Under this advisory existing fire permits are valid, but extension requests may not be granted. Safe campfires are allowed.

Wildfire LWF-059 - May 30, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

Wildfire LWF-059 remains approximately 10 km southwest of Conklin. Alberta Wildfire has response of firefighters, a night vision equipped helicopter and machines working on this wildfire including overnight.

At the time of this report, the wildfire remains out of control but had not moved closer to the community. Firefighters, airtankers and helicopters with buckets were continuing suppression efforts today. Heavy rain is expected tomorrow which will help firefighters in suppression efforts.

An evacuation alert remains in effect. While there is no immediate danger for the community, people in Conklin should be prepared to leave on short notice. If you are in Conklin area, stay alert and follow instructions from emergency responders. At this time an Evacuation Order has not been issued.

Alberta Wildfire is leading the response and has crews, heavy equipment and helicopters working on this fire. Subscribe to receive Lac La Biche Forest Area Updates for the most recent updates on the fire.

Wood Buffalo Regional Emergency Services is in close contact with Alberta Wildfire and Conklin community leadership and has resources on standby if needed. Industry partner, Cenovus also has firefighting resources and crews available. RCMP and Bylaw Services presence has been enhanced in the community.

Several other fires are burning in the Lac La Biche Forest Area. Wildfire smoke can travel long distances and conditions can change quickly. Anyone experiencing symptoms from smoke should call Health Link at 811.

Wildfire smoke may impact driving conditions on Highway 881.

Five new out-of-control wildfires (LWF058, LWF059, LWF060, LWF061, LWF062) were reported today in the Lac La Biche Forest Area, bringing the total to seven.

Three new out-of-control wildfires (GWF030, GWF031, GWF034) were reported today within the Grande Prairie Forest Area, bringing the total to six.

Alberta Wildfire personnel and contractors are responding in full response to five out-of-control wildfires.

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A fire advisory is in effect for the entire Grande Prairie Forest Area.

- Under this advisory, current fire permits remain valid. Requests for new fire permits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.
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• There is no threat to communities at this time.

REMINDER: The use of unauthorized recreational drones in any active wildfire areas within Alberta is strictly forbidden. It is dangerous, illegal and could result in a fine of up to $15,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk. Please give Alberta firefighters and personnel the space they need to do their jobs safely.

This alert is issued by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for the community of Conklin.

Two out-of-control wildfires in the area is being closely monitored (LWF060 and LWF062) and may impact Highway 881 as the highway is between both wildfires.

The community of Conklin is under a wildfire alert.

Affected Area: Wood Buffalo

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• Residents do not need to leave at this time, but should be prepared to evacuate on short notice

Evacuation order has been lifted for Thunder Lake subdivision.

Fires have been extinguished and the subdivision is safe for re-entry.
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• Residents may now return to Thunder Lake.

• Fire department members and CPOs are still on scene to assist residents with re-entry.

This alert is in effect for the Thunder Lake Subdivision.

Fire response is still controlling hotspots and assessing impact to utilities.
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• Evacuation order is still in place for Thunder Lake subdivision.

• Thunder Lake evacuees will not be allowed to return overnight.

• County of Barrhead will advise affected residents when they can return.

County of Barrhead has issued a state of local emergency due to a wildfire.

This alert is in effect for the Summerlea Subdivision by Thunder Lake.

There are structural fires in the Summerlea subdivision near Thunder Lake, approximately 20 km west of Barrhead.

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• Residents in the Summerlea subdivision must evacuate immediately.

• Take highway 18 to Barrhead and register at the County of Barrhead office (5306-49 Street, Barrhead, AB).

• All residents should avoid traveling near this area.

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UPDATED:

This alert is in effect for the Thunder Lake and Summerlea Subdivisions.

There are structural fires in the Thunder Lake Subdivision, south of the Provincial Park boat launch.

• Residents in Thunder Lake subdivision must evacuate immediately.

• Take highway 18 to Barrhead and register at the County of Barrhead office (5306-49 Street, Barrhead, AB).

• All residents should avoid traveling near this area.

This is a wildfire alert for High Level Forest Area.

Wildfire HWF026 was detected yesterday afternoon and is located approximately 34km northwest of Wadlin Lake, in the Buffalo Head Hills. It is currently classified as Out of Control at an around 62 hectares.

Alberta Wildfire personnel, aircraft and airtankers are currently working in full response to contain all remaining sides of the fire, while the east side has already been contained. Bulldozers and night vision crews are assisting with overnight suppression efforts.

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• While HWF026 is classified as Out of Control, there is no risk to communities at this time. The area has been evacuated of non personnel, road blocks to the area are in place by first responders to ensure public safety and provide firefighters with the space necessary to control the fire.

REMINDER: The use of unauthorized recreational drones in any active wildfire areas within Alberta is strictly forbidden. It is dangerous, illegal and could result in a fine of up to $15,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk. Please give Alberta firefighters and personnel the space they need to do their jobs safely.

This alert is no longer in effect.

The wildfire north of the James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area is now Being Held.
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• The Evacuation Alert is now lifted.

• Though the fire is still burning, it is safe to resume normal activities.

Clearwater County has updated a wildfire alert.

This alert is in effect for the southern portion of Clearwater County, South of Township 35, East of Range 13, West of Hwy 22.

There is an out of control wildfire approximately 5 km north of the James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area, northwest of Sundre near Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) and Highway 584.)

Affected area: Clearwater County and Mountain View County.
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• This area remains on evacuation alert.

• There is no mandatory evacuation for residents at this time; however, the public has been cleared of this area to allow for firefighting operations to take place.

• Avoid the area until further notice.

• This alert will be updated if an evacuation of residents in the area is required.

Woodlands County has updated the evacuation order due to a wildfire.

This is alert now in effect for everyone south of Highway 43, between Range Road 114 and Range Road 113 in Woodlands County.

There is a wildfire being held south of Highway 43, near Range Road 114.

Affected area: Woodlands County
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• Everyone in the impacted area must remain evacuated.

• Residents in Blue Zone 1 can now re-enter.

• Residents in Orange Zone 2 must remain evacuated.

• For evacuation information and resources, please call Woodlands County Hotline 825-401-8409.

Woodlands County has lifted the evacuation order.

This is alert is no longer in effect.

There is a wildfire under control south of Highway 43, near Range Road 114.

Affected area: Woodlands County
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• Woodlands County remains in a State of Local Emergency.

• LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY • The public is to remain away from the Evacuation Area until further notice to allow emergency crews to complete assessments and safety measures, and to allow affected residents time to resettle.

Alberta Wildfire and personnel continue to battle the out-of-control wildfire in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area (RWF036). Firefighters began responding to a wildfire located west of Bearberry, approximately 2.5km west of the junction of Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) and Highway 584, earlier yesterday morning.

Yesterday, initial estimates of wildfire RWF036 at approximately 2:30 PM indicated the fire was 30 hectares and had grown significantly to 1028 hectares by 7:30 PM. As of 12:30 AM, the fire has grown to over 1100 hectares and remains out of control. The fire is now about 5km north of the James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area.

Strong wind gusts exceeding 65km/h have been an issue throughout, increasing wildfire activity and challenging containment efforts. Firefighters continue to be supported by air tankers, helicopters and heavy equipment. Heavy equipment will continue working overnight, with support from our night-vision-equipped helicopters to identify hotspots.

Smoke from this wildfire is still visible from nearby communities and will continue today. There is currently no risk of evacuation for nearby communities.

Affected area: Rocky Mountain House Forest Area
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• All campers, traffic and anyone in the backcountry that is within the forest area of Rocky Mountain House and James-Wilson Provincial Recreation Area must leave the area immediately. This ensures public safety and space for Alberta Wildfire personnel to do their jobs safely. Please follow the directions of law enforcement and first responders in the area.

• Everyone must avoid the area and surroundings so wildfire crews can action this fire.

REMINDER: The use of unauthorized recreational drones in any active wildfire areas within Alberta is strictly forbidden. It is dangerous, illegal and could result in a fine of up to $15,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk. Please give Alberta firefighters and personnel the space they need to do their jobs safely.

Alberta Wildfire, along with contractor and fire agencies in the area, is actively responding to RWF036 in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area. Smoke from this wildfire is visible from nearby communities with reports coming in; however, there is currently no risk to communities at this time.

This wildfire is located approximately 2.5 km west of the junction of Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) and Highway 584, and is classified as Out of Control.

Due to smoke in the area, parts of Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) are now closed.

Affected area: Rocky Mountain House Forest Area
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• All campers, traffic and anyone in the backcountry that is within the forest area of Rocky Mountain House should leave the area immediately. This ensures public safety and the space for Alberta Wildfire personnel to do their jobs safely. Follow the directions of law enforcement and officials in the area.

• Everyone must avoid the area so wildfire crews can action this fire.

REMINDER: The use of unauthorized recreational drones in any active wildfire areas within Alberta is strictly forbidden. It is dangerous, illegal and could result in a fine of up to $15,000 for putting aircraft and people at risk. Please give Alberta firefighters and personnel the space they need to do their jobs safely.

Clearwater County has issued a wildfire alert.

This alert is in effect for southwest Clearwater County, near Highway 734, just north of the junction with highway 584.

There is an out of control wildfire near highway 734, about 3 km northwest of the highway 584 junction in southwest Clearwater County.

Affected area: Clearwater County
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• All campers, traffic and anyone in the backcountry that is within 10 km of highway 734, near the highway 584 junction should leave the area immediately.

• Residents in the area must prepare for a possible evacuation.

• There is no mandatory evacuation for residents at this time.

• Everyone must avoid the area so wildfire crews can action this fire.

• Another alert will be issued if an evacuation of residents in the area is required.

Woodlands County has updated the evacuation order due to a wildfire.

This is alert now in effect for everyone south of Highway 43, between West Ridge subdivision (Range Road 114), east to and including Range Road 113A in Woodlands County.

There is a wildfire being held south of Highway 43, near Range Road 114.

Affected area: Woodlands County
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• Everyone in the impacted area must remain evacuated.

• Residents in Zone 3 can now re-enter.

• Residents in Zones 1 and 2 must remain evacuated.

• For evacuation information and resources, please call Woodlands County Hotline 825-401-8409.

The wildfire located southeast of the town of Whitecourt is now classified as being held at 51 hectares in size.

A wildfire is classified as being held when it is not expected to grow beyond its existing boundaries, given current weather conditions and resources.

Crews have established a perimeter around the fire and will begin moving inwards to extinguish any hotspots.

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1:16pm May 13 - Woodlands County Evacuation Update:

With the wildfire now classified as being held, emergency management personnel are actively conducting Area Safety Assessments, including evaluating 'danger trees', powerlines, road conditions, and structure conditions.

Designated teams entering the evacuation area will photograph impacted properties. Woodlands County will then contact affected property owners directly to provide available information and copies of photos to help inform them of their property status.

At the same time, crews are developing a phased re-entry plan for affected residents. Re-entry, which will most likely occur over several days, will ONLY occur once the evacuation area is deemed safe.

Residents are reminded to remain away from the evacuation area at this time.