Alberta produces 185,000 barrels of oil a day, 2% of Canada's total. The unexpected wave of fire has displaced 30,000 residents, with no reported loss of life.
About 80 firefighters have been deployed from Quebec and Ontario to support emergency efforts. Authorities hope the rains and low temperatures forecast for this week will help control the situation. The impact on production is expected to be temporary and not affect fuel prices. It is the most important province in oil and gas production in Canada.