Current Wildfires
(left) Vermilion Lakes wildfire near the Town of Banff, May 2007 (right) A crew from the Warden Rock wildfire, August 2008 © Parks Canada
Safety is Parks Canada’s number one priority. Our crews are monitoring the mountain parks for fires on an on-going basis. In times of high and extreme fire danger, field units perform daily smoke patrol flights and have an initial attack crew along with a helicopter on stand-by. Following is a list of current wildfires and recent wildfire actions:
no wildfires at this time
How to Report a Wildfire
The safety of park visitors and residents is our first priority. You can help Parks Canada with wildfire detection. If you suspect a wildfire anywhere in the mountain national parks call 911 or Banff Dispatch.
What can you do to help prevent wildfires?
- Keep your campfires in designated pits
- Dispose of cigarettes in appropriate receptacles
- Report any suspected wildfires
Watch for Signs
Parks Canada is a world leader in restoring ecosystems through the use of prescribed fire. The smoke you see could be from a planned prescribed fire. If your travels take you past smoke or flames, look for roadside information and kiosks to learn about the important ecological role fire plays in these mountains.
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