Jasper Wildfires Complex Remains Out of Control

The Jasper Wildfire Complex still remains classified as out of control as crews continue to work to extinguish the fire.

According to Jasper National Park, crews continue to work in priority areas to reduce the remaining risk to the community of Jasper and around critical infrastructure. “Our current priority areas are Pyramid Bench and south of Pyramid Lake, near Marmot Basin, and the perimeter of the fire closest to the north end of town of Jasper”, said the last update.

The rising temperatures this week continues to threaten increased fire activity in the area. According to Parks Canada, temperatures reached 26⸰C and winds gusted to 30 km/h. The weather is expected to remain the same today and there could be increased smoke in the area.

“Ignition specialists are assessing options to burn out unburned and partially burned trees between dozer guards and the edge of the fire. These operations help to remove fuel from the fire under carefully chosen conditions to prevent the fire from breaching control lines.”

The update says efforts are underway to restore power to key areas in the town.

Meanwhile, all Parks Canada reservations with a checkout date on or before Tuesday, September 3rd will be cancelled. Parks Canada says full refunds will automatically be provided but visitors need to exercise patience as there will be delays.

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