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Reporting Wildfires and Forest Fires

Published date: August 25, 2025
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Currently, a fire closure order is in place.  The fire closure order bans all fires in the province until further notice.  Visit the Burn Ban Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.


Who do I call to report a wildfire on PEI?

To report a wildfire, forest fire or grass fire emergency, call 911 and include the following information:

  • Community name where the fire is occurring,
  • Route number and/or road name,
  • Civic number of the property where the fire is occurring or a civic number near the fire location, and
  • Your name and phone number. 

How can I contact a fire department?

Non-emergency phone numbers are listed on the Fire Services page, along with website links where available.

For emergency response, call 911 immediately.

General Inquiries

Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division

J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery

183 Upton Road

Box 2000

Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-368-6450

Wildlife Emergencies:

902-368-4683

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Call 911 to report wildfires.