Alberta Emergency Alert. Big Lakes County Evacuation Order due to Wildfire still in place.

Critical: Wildfire - Big Lakes (Updated May 14, 2023 at 04:23 PM)

Critical: Wildfire - Big Lakes

Updated May 14, 2023 at 04:23 PM

Source: Alberta Emergency Management Agency

Issued: May 14, 2023 at 04:23 PM

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Description: Alberta Emergency Alert. Big Lakes County Evacuation Order due to Wildfire still in place.

A fire southeast of the Town of High Prairie is moving northeast. If you are in the affected area you must evacuate immediately.

Affected areas (1):

  • Big Lakes

Action to take:

  • Bring pets, important documents, medication, and supplies for 7 days
  • Everyone evacuating should go to the Elks Rodeo Hall north of the Town of High Prairie at 74508 on Highway 749 to register
  • Everyone must evacuate now
  • Bring RV's if you have them as camping is available on-site at the Elks Rodeo Hall
  • Stay tuned to www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert and local media for updates.

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