Area’s wildfire danger listed as moderate

The Grande Prairie Forest Area’s Wildfire Danger has increased with the recent warmer weather

It is now rated as moderate. It had been listed as low since the end of August.

Alberta Wildfire recommends residents Firesmart their homes now by clearing gutters, cutting the grass and raking up the fallen leaves as well as moving piles of firewood away from structures.

Since the beginning of wildfire season in March, there have been 39 wildfires in the Grande Prairie Forest Area