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Uncontained Wildfire North of Edmonton Grows to 3,000 Hectares

Firefighters work to contain the blaze as evacuations persist and shifting weather provides limited relief.

The weather has provided some relief to firefighters battling a blaze north of Edmonton that forced the evacuation of 56 homes, but in an update on Friday morning, fire officials said it is still burning out of control.
A large wildfire broke out in the Redwater Provincial Recreation Area on Saturday prompting Sturgeon County to declare a state of local emergency on Sunday, May 11, 2025, as crews worked to get the fires under control.
Firefighters work to contain a fire near 186 Street and 107 Avenue on Tuesday. The province stepped in to oversee firefighting efforts Friday as evacuations broadened in the Sturgeon County fire.
Wildfire crews respond to a fire near Deer Ridge Estates in the County of Grande Prairie on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Around 4:45 p.m. police were observed blocking Highway 40 near Grande Prairie and telling campers at the KOA campground to evacuate due to the wildfire.

Overview

  • The wildfire, originating from an ATV malfunction near Redwater Provincial Recreation Area, has expanded to 3,000 hectares and remains out of control.
  • Fifty-six homes have been evacuated, with residents urged to stay clear of the affected area as emergency declarations remain in effect.
  • Fire crews from across Alberta, including Slave Lake, have been deployed to strengthen containment efforts around the fire's perimeter.
  • Weather conditions, including higher humidity and cooler temperatures, have temporarily reduced fire intensity but strong winds earlier exacerbated its spread.
  • Officials emphasize the community's resilience and ongoing support as they work to ensure safety and eventually allow residents to return home.