Despite what seemed like a lot of snowfall in central Alberta last winter, the arrival of spring has left many areas tinder dry.
The province has budgeted $106.7 million for fighting wildfires this year, though officials admit the cost of fighting fires can fluctuate significantly from year to year.
Below is a list of resources providing up to date wildfire and fire ban information:
Status of wildfires currently burning in Alberta
Maps of wildfires currently burning in Alberta
Current firebans for Alberta
Alberta weather/fire forecasts
Historical wildfire information
Alberta wildfire information Facebook page
Alberta government wildfire Twitter feed:
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