Critical: Wildfire - Parts of Alberta
Updated May 07, 2023 at 09:15 PM
Source: Alberta Emergency Management Agency
Issued: May 07, 2023 at 09:15 PM
History:
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- Alert: May 06, 2023 at 09:57 AM
- Update: May 06, 2023 at 02:31 PM
- Update: May 07, 2023 at 09:15 PM
- Update: May 11, 2023 at 05:19 PM
- Update: May 12, 2023 at 01:31 PM
Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Big Lakes County has issued a Wildfire Alert.
The mandatory evacuation ORDER has been downgraded to an ALERT. The Evacuation ORDER has been reduced to a 1 HOUR Evacuation ALERT. Highway 749 remains closed until further notice for safety concerns due to downed powerlines. There remains large areas within the affected area with no electrical power or natural gas services.
Area: This alert is in effect for everyone in Big Lakes County.
Affected areas (2):
- Big Lakes
- High Prairie
Action to take:
- The risk of wildfire remains due to continuing isolated ground fires
- Be aware of possible flare-ups as temperatures and winds continue to pose a risk
- If the situation changes, another Alberta Emergency Alert will be issued
- Gather pets, important documents and medication, and enough food, water, and supplies for at least 3 days
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