The Town of Banff lifted the fire ban on Aug. 19. Campfires are now permitted in campgrounds and day-use areas with designated metal fire pits.
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Are there fires near Banff right now?
There are currently no active wildfires in Banff National Park.
Sep 28, 2024
Is Banff impacted by Jasper fire?
Banff was not affected by that fire, they are a few hours drive away from each other. Banff could burn one day too, it has the same issues with abundant fuel surrounding it that Jasper had, but it hasn't happened yet.
Is the fire in Jasper still burning?
As of today, September 7, 2024, the Jasper Wildfire Complex is classified as under control. This means that the wildfire has received sufficient suppression action to ensure no further spread of the fire.
How close is the fire to Jasper Town Site?
The wildfire is located approximately 6 km north of Highway 16 (by the west park gate) and approximately 22 km west of the Jasper townsite.
Sep 28, 2024 · Parks Canada is currently responding to a small lightning caused wildfire (approximately 0.17 hectares) on the upper slopes of the Fairholme range just west of ...
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The Banff Fire Department receives hundreds of calls every year to deal with fire and rescue situations. They mainly seem to come in the middle of the night.
Mar 14, 2025 · By reintroducing fire to Banff National Park through prescribed fire and wildfire management, we can create healthier, more resilient landscapes.
Feb 13, 2025 · Work on the 220 hectare Tunnel Toe fire break on Tunnel Mountain just east of Banff was photographed on Wednesday February 12, 2025.
Aug 8, 2024 · In Jasper National Park, fires have caused the popular park to close with no estimated date for reopening. Here's how to navigate upcoming ...
Hot and dry conditions are present in parts of the province, resulting in an increased risk of wildfires in some areas.
Jul 23, 2024 · Currently in Banff right now, the smoke is certainly here but it's not unbearable and you can barely smell it. You might get some irritation if you're very ...