Reporting Wildfires and Forest Fires
Please note that the fire season has started and runs until November 15, 2026.
Category 1 fires do not require burning permits; however, you must check the Burning Restrictions each day to see if conditions allow for burning. The burning restrictions will be updated each day at approximately 2pm.
Burning permits are required for Category 2,3 and 4 fires. If you have a permit, you must check the Fire Weather Index each day to see if conditions allow for burning. The Fire Weather Index will be updated each day at approximately 2pm.
You can also call 1-800-237-5053 at 2pm to get the updated burning conditions.
Please note that burning is never permitted between 8am-2pm for Category 1 fires.
Please visit the Burning Restrictions webpage to see if campfires are currently permitted.
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.