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Advisory - Alberta Emergency Alert - Wildfire Alert
From: Alberta Emergency Management Agency on Behalf of Peerless Trout First Nation
Issued: Jun 17, 2019 at 01:53 PM
History:
- Alert: Jun 17, 2019 at 01:53 PM
Area: Peerless Lake First Nation
Description: The wildfire southeast of the Trout Lake Community is now 11 km away, and everyone within Trout Lake must be prepared to evacuate on short notice. There is heavy smoke from this wildfire in the area and this will cause issues regarding driving visibility, and concerns for people with breathing issues. Follow the Peerless Trout First Nation Website and Facebook Page for more information.
The Trout Lake Community is the most southern area of the Peerless Trout First Nation area and these communities are on the south shores of Peerless Lake. Persons within the Trout Lake area must ensure that their vehicles are fueled, important documents are gathered and ready, and food and water is ready should you need to evacuate. Peerless Trout First Nation website is www.ptfn.net and www.facebook.com/peerlesstroutfirstnation/ is the Facebook page for this community. Additional Wildfire information is also available at www.wildfire.alberta.cawebsite. Check 511.alberta.ca/region/Northern%20Alberta#:Alerts for more information on road conditions.
Instruction: Everyone in Trout Lake must be prepared to evacuate on short notice, and caution must be used while driving in certain areas due to heavy smoke. The public should remain inside, limit exposure to smoke and seek medical attention if you experience breathing difficulties. Go to the Peerless Trout First Nation website and Facebook page for more information.