Significant rain is expected in parts of Alberta this weekend, but northern areas will stay warm and dry, adding challenges to ongoing firefighting efforts.Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 20)There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and four mutual aid fires.19 are ...

Rain will help firefighting in parts of Alberta, but dry northern areas remain at risk. Crews from the U.S. and Australia have arrived to assist.Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 13)There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and three mutual aid fires.22 are classified...

The fire danger remains extreme across most of the province, with some wildfires growing in size. Cooler, wet weather in the days ahead could provide a little relief. While some communities have allowed residents to return, evacuation orders and alerts remain in other places. Additional firefighting resources are comin...