Advisory: Industrial Fire
Issued Apr 26, 2016 at 02:42 PM
Source: Town of Mayerthorpe
Issued: Apr 26, 2016 at 02:42 PM
History:
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- Alert: Apr 26, 2016 at 02:42 PM
- Update: Apr 26, 2016 at 04:24 PM
- Update: Apr 26, 2016 at 05:06 PM
Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Industrial Fire Alert
There is a serious fire affecting a CN trestle bridge within the north west portion of Town of Mayerthorpe on or about 1:30 p.m.
Fire departments are on site along with CN Rail personnel. Kreek's Krossing trailer court and Mayerthorpe Jr./Sr. High School have been evacuated. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. Town Emergency Operation Centre is on standby.
Action to take:
- Close doors, windows and vents
- Follow the directions of local authorities
- Seek medical attention if necessary
- Take all necessary precautions
- Please avoid this area to allow emergency personnel access.
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