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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership

@fnwep

Uniting Researchers, First Nations, & Agencies to improve wildfire evacuation processes since 2013.
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Land Needs Guardians (@land_guardians) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“If we take care of the land, the land takes care of us.” Just like family, the land provides, teaches, and nurtures us—when we care for it, it gives back for generations to come. On #FamilyDay, we’re reminded that protecting the land is an act of love for those who come next. 🤎

Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Wildfire season officially starts March 1. We are ready to respond to new wildfires in the Forest Protection Area. Wildfire risk will increase as the snow melts and dry vegetation is exposed. Stay informed and download the AB Wildfire Status app.

The Hotshot Wake Up (@hotshotwake) 's Twitter Profile Photo

New Article Out: California's Governor Declares A State Of Emergency To Expedite Wildfire Fuels Reduction Work. Hurdles removed to implement prescribed burns and fuels projects.

New Article Out: California's Governor Declares A State Of Emergency To Expedite Wildfire Fuels Reduction Work.

Hurdles removed to implement prescribed burns and fuels projects.
Indigenous Leadership Initiative (@ilinationhood) 's Twitter Profile Photo

DYK? @ilinationhood & WCS Canada has launched a new fellowship for First Nations women in conservation leadership! Join our info session on Tuesday, March 25, from 11 AM – 12 PM MT to: ✔️ Learn more about this opportunity ✔️ Be inspired by the Aunties Circle ✔️ Get your

DYK? @ilinationhood &amp; <a href="/WCS_Canada/">WCS Canada</a> has launched a new fellowship for First Nations women in conservation leadership!

Join our info session on Tuesday, March 25, from 11 AM – 12 PM MT to:
✔️ Learn more about this opportunity
✔️ Be inspired by the Aunties Circle
✔️ Get your
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Alberta Wildfire is continuing our spring-cleaning efforts, where conditions allow. Lower temperatures, minimal wind, and receding snow cover make for ideal conditions to safely conduct hazard reduction burns. Learn more at: alberta.ca/prescribed-fire

Alberta Wildfire is continuing our spring-cleaning efforts, where conditions allow. 

Lower temperatures, minimal wind, and receding snow cover make for ideal conditions to safely conduct hazard reduction burns. 

 Learn more at: alberta.ca/prescribed-fire
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We use fire weather stations to predict how weather affects wildfires in Alberta. These stations need several snow-free days to start collecting data. Since snow remains in many areas, we're not yet producing fire danger maps. Learn more alberta.ca/wildfire-predi…

We use fire weather stations to predict how weather affects wildfires in Alberta. These stations need several snow-free days to start collecting data. Since snow remains in many areas, we're not yet producing fire danger maps.

Learn more alberta.ca/wildfire-predi…
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A fire advisory is now in place in most forest areas, due to dry conditions. Existing fire permits remain valid and new permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis. Safe campfires are still allowed. For more info visit albertafirebans.ca

A fire advisory is now in place in most forest areas, due to dry conditions. Existing fire permits remain valid and new permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis. Safe campfires are still allowed.  

 For more info visit albertafirebans.ca
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Fireguards are one of several methods used to protect communities and limit the spread of wildfire. They are physical breaks created on the landscape, by heavy equipment to remove vegetation that could fuel a fire. Learn more alberta.ca/community-fire…

Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A wildfire burning on the border between Alberta and the Northwest Territories since 2023 is now extinguished. This success is due to the work of firefighters from the NWT and High Level. Stay updated on Alberta’s current wildfire situation by visiting alberta.ca/wildfire-status.

A wildfire burning on the border between Alberta and the Northwest Territories since 2023 is now extinguished. This success is due to the work of firefighters from the NWT and High Level. Stay updated on Alberta’s current wildfire situation by visiting alberta.ca/wildfire-status.
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A fire advisory is in effect for the Edson and Whitecourt forest areas. Existing fire permits remain valid and new permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis. Safe campfires are still allowed. For more information, visit albertafirebans.ca

A fire advisory is in effect for the Edson and Whitecourt forest areas. Existing fire permits remain valid and new permits will be issued on a case-by-case basis. Safe campfires are still allowed. For more information, visit albertafirebans.ca
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076) north of Swan Hills is still classified as out of control. Highway 33 is now closed, and the Town of Swan Hills has issued an evacuation order. For more information, visit alberta.ca/wildfire-updat…

The Edith Lake wildfire (SWF076) north of Swan Hills is still classified as out of control. Highway 33 is now closed, and the Town of Swan Hills has issued an evacuation order. For more information, visit alberta.ca/wildfire-updat…
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Firefighters and heavy equipment have been working overnight on a wildfire in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range. LWF090 is 17 km southwest of Winefred and Grist Lakes and is classified as out of control. For more information, visit alberta.ca/wildfire-updat….

Firefighters and heavy equipment have been working overnight on a wildfire in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range. LWF090 is 17 km southwest of Winefred and Grist Lakes and is classified as out of control. For more information, visit alberta.ca/wildfire-updat….
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Firefighters will face challenging conditions today due to extreme heat and wind. Wildfires are expected to be very active and will likely grow. Our crews are working tirelessly to contain out-of-control wildfires. Download the AB Wildfire Status app: alberta.ca/wildfire-statu…

Firefighters will face challenging conditions today due to extreme heat and wind. Wildfires are expected to be very active and will likely grow. Our crews are working tirelessly to contain out-of-control wildfires. Download the AB Wildfire Status app: alberta.ca/wildfire-statu…
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Due to rising fire danger, a fire ban is now in place for northern and central parts of the Forest Protection Area. Wood fires are banned on public or private land. Propane fire pits and barbeques are still allowed. More info: albertafirebans.ca

Due to rising fire danger, a fire ban is now in place for northern and central parts of the Forest Protection Area. Wood fires are banned on public or private land. Propane fire pits and barbeques are still allowed. More info: albertafirebans.ca
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Wildfires in Alberta and BC are causing smoky conditions throughout the province. Call Health Link at 811 if you’re having respiratory problems due to smoke. Visit firesmoke.ca for more information on where wildfire smoke is coming from.

Wildfires in Alberta and BC are causing smoky conditions throughout the province. Call Health Link at 811 if you’re having respiratory problems due to smoke. Visit firesmoke.ca for more information on where wildfire smoke is coming from.
Indigenous Leadership Initiative (@ilinationhood) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Our thoughts are with all of the communities impacted by the wildfires in MB & SK. We also know that these threats continue to increase & we want to highlight the hope that Indigenous fire stewardship can offer. Take a moment to learn about what that looks like & how the

Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A fire ban is now in place in the entire Forest Protection Area of Alberta. This means that campfires are not allowed on public or private land, including campgrounds and backyards. Propane fire pits are still allowed. For more information, visit: albertafirebans.ca

A fire ban is now in place in the entire Forest Protection Area of Alberta. This means that campfires are not allowed on public or private land, including campgrounds and backyards. Propane fire pits are still allowed. For more information, visit: albertafirebans.ca
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Firefighters and support staff from Australia are here to aid our wildfire response. We appreciate all the international and Canadian firefighters who travel from thousands of miles away to help keep our communities safe.

Firefighters and support staff from Australia are here to aid our wildfire response. We appreciate all the international and Canadian firefighters who travel from thousands of miles away to help keep our communities safe.
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Rain and cooler temperatures over the next few days are expected to help firefighting efforts. Our Canadian and international crews are working tirelessly to contain fires across the province. For more information, download the AB Wildfire Status App: alberta.ca/wildfire-statu…

Rain and cooler temperatures over the next few days are expected to help firefighting efforts. Our Canadian and international crews are working tirelessly to contain fires across the province. For more information, download the AB Wildfire Status App: alberta.ca/wildfire-statu…
Alberta Wildfire (@albertawildfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The fire ban has been lifted in the Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, and Peace River forest areas. There is still a ban in High Level and parts of the Fort McMurray and Calgary forest areas. For more information and to see the bans on a map, visit albertafirebans.ca

The fire ban has been lifted in the Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, and Peace River forest areas. There is still a ban in High Level and parts of the Fort McMurray and Calgary forest areas. For more information and to see the bans on a map, visit albertafirebans.ca