Out-of-control wildfire grows to 30 hectares near Alberta-B.C. border
Crews are battling active fire behaviour on a new blaze in the Grande Prairie Forest Area as forecasters warn stronger winds could fuel further growth.
Why it matters
Nearby residents face potential smoke exposure and should stay alert to changing fire conditions as winds increase.
Alberta Wildfire is responding to an out-of-control wildfire detected Saturday evening near the Alberta-B.C. border in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. The fire, designated GWF058, has grown to about 30 hectares and is burning south of Township Road 700 at the end of Range Road 133. Its cause remains under investigation.
Firefighters are using helicopters, airtankers and heavy equipment to slow the fire's spread. As of Saturday night, the blaze was showing active fire behaviour, and forecasters expect higher winds on Sunday that could further intensify activity. Wildland crews say they will continue monitoring conditions and adjust their response as needed.
The County of Grande Prairie has issued a smoke advisory because of the new fire. The wildfire danger rating in the Grande Prairie Forest Area currently stands at High, and officials are urging people to use extra caution while working or recreating outdoors.
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