Didsbury Fire Department

06/01/2026

Fire restriction within the county has been lifted due to the moisture

⚠️Fire Restriction Lifted: June 1, 2026⚠️

Due to recent precipitation and a subsequent decrease in fire risk within Mountain View County, the Fire Restriction has been lifted effective immediately, June 1, 2026.

The public is still urged to exercise caution while burning and use precautionary measures such as screens and spark arrestors on burning barrels, cultivate areas surrounding controlled burns and have a supply of water readily available at all times.

Fire Permits are required year-round and can be obtained on the Mountain View County website at www.mountainviewcounty.com/p/fire-permits-regulations, or by contacting the Mountain View County office at 403-335-3311.

05/26/2026

Thank you City of Calgary Fire Department for hosting such an amazing event. Our fire cadets had a great time and made some memories.

Last Saturday, we were proud to host over 50 fire cadets from across Alberta at our Training Academy for Futures on Fire 2026, in partnership with ATCO.

This bi‑annual event brings cadets together for a day of healthy competition, teamwork, and relationship‑building, providing a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, build skills, and showcase their abilities in a supportive and engaging environment.

Thank you to all the cadets, volunteers, and partners who made this event such a success.

05/15/2026

The fire restriction has been upgraded to a full fire ban. This does not affect Town of Didsbury

05/15/2026

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 3: May 15, 2026 - 4:15 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JkEkBAjMs/....................................................................................................

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 2: May 14, 2026 - 10:30 PM

Mountain View County continues to monitor wildfire RWF036 located near Bearberry, northwest of Sundre near Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) and Highway 584.

According to Alberta Wildfire, improved mapping and assessment of the wildfire has determined the fire is now estimated at approximately 1,028 hectares in size and remains classified as out of control. Firefighters, supported by air tankers, helicopters, and heavy equipment, continue suppression efforts.

Clearwater County continues to request that campers, backcountry users and traffic in the area immediately leave and that others avoid the area. Highway 40 closures remain in effect.

Through ongoing discussions with Alberta Forestry, Mountain View County has been advised there is currently no immediate risk to Mountain View County residents or communities.

As this wildfire is located within Clearwater County and the Forest Protection Area, residents are encouraged to follow Alberta Wildfire and Clearwater County for the most current wildfire-specific updates and information. Mountain View County continues to work closely with provincial agencies and neighbouring municipalities and remains prepared should conditions change. Mountain View County will continue to provide updates to residents should risk levels or impacts to County communities change.

We are aware of questions regarding Fire Restrictions and Fire Bans within the County. Mountain View County currently has a Fire Restriction in place. Although this wildfire, RWF036, is located within the Forest Protection Area managed by Alberta Forestry, the County continues to monitor local fire risk within its own jurisdiction in consultation with local Fire Chiefs to determine whether further measures, including a potential Fire Ban, may be warranted. The County remains committed to reviewing fire risk conditions in advance of the long weekend.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed through the County’s official communication channels.

Read full information release on our website: www.mountainviewcounty.com/p/media-information-releases

05/15/2026

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 3: May 15, 2026 - 4:15 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JkEkBAjMs/....................................................................................................

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 2: May 14, 2026 - 10:30 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18QkT6PoWe/
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Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 1: May 14, 2026 - 6:45 PM

According to Alberta Wildfire, the fire has expanded to approximately 200 hectares and remains classified as out of control. Firefighters, supported by air tankers, helicopters, and heavy equipment, remain actively engaged in suppression efforts.

𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚. 𝐍𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞.

𝐀𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞, 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬. Mountain View County continues to work closely with provincial agencies and neighbouring municipalities and will provide updates should conditions change or the wildfire move closer to County boundaries. Mountain View County does have appropriate evacuation plans in place in the event that it becomes necessary to action those plans.

Residents travelling in the area are reminded that Highway 40 closures remain in effect due to smoke and wildfire activity. Please monitor official sources for current road closures and wildfire information.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed through Mountain View County’s official communication channels, including:

· Mountain View County Website and social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and X
· Alberta Emergency Alert: www.alberta.ca/alberta-emergency-alert.aspx
· Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard: https://www.alberta.ca/wildfire-update-rocky-mountain-house-forest-area
·511 Alberta: https://511.alberta.ca/ #:Alerts

Read full information release on our website: www.mountainviewcounty.com/p/media-information-releases

Mountain View County will continue monitoring the evolving situation and provide updates as additional information becomes available.

05/14/2026

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 3: May 15, 2026 - 4:15 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JkEkBAjMs/....................................................................................................

Wildfire RWF036 UPDATE 2: May 14, 2026 - 10:30 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18QkT6PoWe/
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UPDATE 1: May 14, 2026 - 6:45 PM, here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18chKMCQ6G/..............................................................................

Wildfire RWF036 Update: May 14, 2026 – 3:20 PM

Mountain View County is aware of a wildfire in the Rocky Mountain House Forest Area (Wildfire RWF036). It is classified at out of control and currently estimated at 30 hectares in size. This wildfire is located approximately 2.5 km west of the junction of Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) and Highway 584. The area is experiencing significant winds, with gusts exceeding 65 km/h, which is increasing the wildfire activity. The smoke from this wildfire is visible from nearby communities; however, there is currently no risk to communities. Individuals in the immediate area have been asked to leave to allow firefighting operations to proceed safely and effectively. Firefighters are on scene being supported by air tankers, helicopters, and heavy equipment.

While we await further updates, residents can view the Province of Alberta’s interactive wildfire status map for information on all active wildfires in the province.
Access the map here: https://www.alberta.ca/wildfire-status

Follow official feeds for verified information.

05/14/2026

We are aware of smoke west of town. There is an active wildfire in the Forest Protection Area that Alberta Wildfire is managing.

At this time, there is no concern or immediate threat to the Town of Didsbury. Crews and the appropriate agencies are monitoring the situation and will provide updates if anything changes.

Residents may notice smoke in the area depending on wind conditions. Please avoid unnecessary travel toward the area so emergency crews can access it safely if needed.

Thank you for staying aware and looking out for one another.
Town of Didsbury, Mountain View County, Alberta

05/04/2026

Effective immediately there is a fire restriction in effect within Mountain View County, Alberta. This does not affect inside the town of Town of Didsbury limits.

🔥 FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT 🔥

Effective May 4, 2026, Mountain View County has implemented a county-wide Fire Restriction due to current and forecasted conditions. This restriction will remain in place until further notice.

🚫What's not allowed:
• All Outdoor Fires, as defined by the County’s Fire Bylaw, must be extinguished.
• Lighting any Outdoor Fires is prohibited.
• This includes open fires, fireworks, recreational fires and fires that have previously received a Fire Permit.

✅What's still allowed:
• Acceptable burning barrels
• Acceptable fire pits
• Acceptable outdoor fireplaces
• Barbecues
• Household fireplaces
• AER flaring

All current fire permits and fireworks permits are canceled.
No new permits will be issued until the Fire Restriction is lifted.

Further information on Mountain View County’s Fire Bylaw can be obtained on our website at: www.mountainviewcounty.com/p/fire-permits-regulations or by contacting the Mountain View County office at 403-335-3311.

For additional information on current fire bans within the Province of Alberta, visit: www.albertafirebans.ca

05/02/2026