
Very High wildfire danger in Slave Lake Forest Area
Fire watchers say due to warm temperatures and strong gusty winds expected today (April 28), the wildfire danger rating has been upgraded to Very High in the Slave Lake Forest Area.
Firefighters are urging everyone to please use caution when working or recreating outdoors, as areas of dead grass are highly flammable and fire can spread rapidly.
A grass fire was reported on Sunday evening and is being held at 0.01 hectares. Firefighters will be working to fully extinguish this fire today.
The fire advisory remains in effect and valid fire permit holders must follow the safe burning conditions outlined on the fire permit.