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By Shane Clausing

WILDFIRE DANGER very HIGH

Wildfire danger level moved to very high for Grande Prairie Forest Area

Aug 12, 2021 | 3:09 PM

Alberta Wildfire has moved the wildfire danger level to very high for the Grande Prairie Forest Area, as warm and dry temperatures make their way into the Peace Region.

Currently, there is one active wildfire in the Grande Prairie Forest Area, which is listed as under control.

Since March 1, there have been 89 wildfires burning nearly 130 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area.

No fire ban is in place at this time, however, residents are asked to be careful while having an outdoor fire or doing any burning in the area.

Residents are reminded that a fire permit is needed if you are doing any burning or having a fire.

The ongoing drought has led to the early curing of fine fuels and the deep drying of larger logs and downed timber.

Firefighters are urging off-highway vehicles, heavy equipment and agricultural operations to be cautious in these dry conditions, as they could unintentionally spark a fire.