British Columbia’s Wildfire risk to continue into Fall

Published October 14, 2025

The British Columbia Wildfire Services fall seasonal outlook forecasts ongoing wildfire risk for much of the province, particularly in the Cariboo and Southwestern interior regions.

People in B.C. are encouraged to continue to use caution and take steps to be prepared by staying up to date on current conditions, following fire prohibitions and being Firesmart.

The BC Wildfire app provides up-to-date information on active wildfires, fire prohibitions, and evacuation alerts and orders, as well as weather forecasts. New wildfires can be reported directly in the app or by calling *5555 on a cellphone or 1 800 663-5555 (toll-free).

As of September 29, 2025, approximately 113 active wildfires are burning in British Columbia, with 5 considered out of control, 22 being held, and 86 under control.
 

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To read the full fall seasonal outlook, visit: https://blog.gov.bc.ca/bcwildfire/fall-2025-seasonal-outlook/

For BC Wildfire Service information and updates, visit: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/dashboard

For information about fire prohibitions, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status/prevention/fire-bans-and-restrictions

For the latest information about evacuation alerts and evacuation orders in B.C., visit: https://EmergencyInfoBC.ca

For more information about how to FireSmart a home, visit: https://firesmartbc.ca

For information about how to prepare for emergencies, including information about emergency kits, household emergency plans and hazard-specific guides, visit: https://PreparedBC.ca