By Prince Albert National Park

Buhl Fire Update as of July 15, 2025

Jul 16, 2025 | 9:22 AM

There is currently one (1) confirmed fire known as the Buhl Fire in Prince Albert National Park. The Buhl fire is estimated to be 33,917 hectares with 6262 hectares within park boundaries. It is currently 31 km from the townsite of Waskesiu and does not pose a threat to the community at this time.

There are 29 personnel, 3 helicopters and heavy equipment responding. Fire personnel are focused on limiting southerly fire spread.

They have planned Cat lines north and south of MacLennon River as well as one north of Crean Lake. Additional Cat lines are in progress to protect the communities of Ramsay Bay and one is planned for Montreal Lake Cree Nation. They will also conduct bucketing operations near Crean Lake. Crews have set up value protection for backcountry cabins and cultural areas in Prince Albert National Park.

Weather conditions are expected to lead to fire spread today with potential for spotting. The fire is out of control and has the potential to grow.

While there is no immediate threat to public safety or the townsite of Waskesiu, changes in the weather and fire behaviour could put public safety at risk.

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It is especially important to report all suspicious smoke or wildfires to Jasper Dispatch at 780 852 6255 or Prince Albert National Park 306 663 4522.

Closures and Fire Ban

There is a fire ban in effect for all of Prince Albert National Park and an area closure for the northern area of Prince Albert National Park, from the northern boundary extending south to include, but not limited to, the Kingsmere Wilderness Area, Crean Lake and area, Heart Lakes and area, Wabeno, Wassegam, Tibiska, Nova and Ostern areas.

Weather Forecast

The temperature today in Prince Albert National Park is forecasted to be up to 20 degrees with no precipitation. Winds will be N-NW at 10 km/hr with gusts up to 20 km/hr. Conditions will remain warm and windy. Smoky conditions often accompany wildfires and are expected throughout the region today. The direction and amount of smoke in an area depends on weather and changes in wind direction.