Advisory: Wildfire
Source: Alberta Emergency Management Agency on Behalf of the Dene Tha' First Nation
Issued: May 20, 2019 at 08:17 PM
History:
-
- Alert: May 20, 2019 at 08:17 PM
- Update: May 22, 2019 at 01:35 PM
Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Wildfire Alert
A wildfire is threatening the community of Bushe River and an Evacuation Order has been issued by Chief and Council of the Dene Tha’ First Nation. All residents must register now at the Four Chiefs Complex in Bushe River prior to evacuating. More evacuation information will be provided at the Four Chiefs Complex. # The evacuation route is east on Highway 58 to Highway 88 towards Fort Vermillion and La Crete. Go to the Dene Tha’ First Nation Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/DeneThaFirstNation/ for more information.
Action to take:
- People must register at the Four Chiefs Complex immediately and then evacuate the area
- The smoke lowers visibility and will make driving conditions dangerous
- For more information, call 780-841-8400
- Text messages to that number are preferred
- Bring personal belongings, medications and identification.
Additional information: