Canada Wildfire Outlook – August 18, 2025

Canada Wildfire Outlook – August 18, 2025

What to Expect for the Rest of the Season in BC, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and Beyond

Canada is facing its second-worst wildfire season on record. Learn what to expect for the rest of 2025 across BC, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and Eastern provinces, and how to prepare with wildfire tools from Axeman.ca.

National Wildfire Overview

Canada is experiencing its second-worst wildfire season on record, with more than 7.25 million hectares burned as of mid-August. Manitoba and Saskatchewan lead in total area burned, but nearly every province is impacted by smoke, evacuations, or fire risk.

This is not just a western problem. It is a national emergency expected to persist well into the fall months.

A map of Canada with wildfire hotspots highlighted

Regional Outlook: What’s Ahead Through the Fall and Winter

British Columbia

Southern B.C. remains under above-normal warmth and dryness through August, extending wildfire danger.

• Long-term drought in the Interior and Northeast raises the risk of deep-burning fires.

• Large fires are expected to continue burning into September and possibly October.

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Alberta

Wildfire risk remains elevated, with Full Response mode already in effect in some areas.

• Forecasts show hot, dry conditions through late summer.

• Relief will only come with a major weather shift in the fall.

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Manitoba and Saskatchewan

Manitoba has declared multiple states of emergency and faced repeated evacuations.

• Ongoing hot, dry weather signals a prolonged wildfire season.

• Fires could remain active into early fall.

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Ontario and Eastern Provinces

While less impacted so far, Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes face increased wildfire risk.

• Drier-than-normal and warmer conditions expected through fall.

• Some provinces have already issued outdoor fire bans.

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What to Expect Through Year-End

• Fire activity remains above average across most provinces through September.

• Risk extends into October and possibly November, especially in drought-stricken areas.

• Deep-burning fires may persist into early winter despite cooler weather.

How to Stay Prepared

1. Maintain Your Emergency Plan
   Update your 72-hour kit with fall essentials like warm clothing, fuel, and lighting.

2. Defensible Space
   Keep fire breaks clear and vegetation managed.

3. Protect Air Quality Indoors
   Use HEPA filters and seal windows to minimize smoke exposure.

4. Stay Informed
   Download the BC Wildfire Service app and follow local alert systems.

5. Equip Yourself with the Right Tools
   Keep pumps, hoses, and axes ready.
   Explore our Wildfire Preparedness Collection for trusted gear including Bullseye Power Nozzles, Pulaskis, and fire rakes.

Photo Credit: BC Wildfire

Final Thoughts

With wildfires surging across Canada, the season is far from over. Whether you’re in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, or monitoring risks in Ontario and the east, preparation now will make all the difference.

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