This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The MD of Greenview has updated a Wildfire Alert.

Critical: Wildfire - Parts of Alberta (Updated May 15, 2023 at 01:00 PM)

Critical: Wildfire - Parts of Alberta

Updated May 15, 2023 at 01:00 PM

Source: Alberta Emergency Management Agency

Issued: May 15, 2023 at 01:00 PM

Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The MD of Greenview has updated a Wildfire Alert.

The Sturgeon Lake Fire Complex is currently burning West/North West of Valleyview. With worsening weather conditions, everyone in the affected area must evacuate immediately.

Area: This Evacuation Order has expanded. It is now in effect for everyone in the following area: Highway 49/RR 222 South to TWP RD 700, West to RR 240 and North to TWP RD 722 including Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation.

Affected areas (4):

  • Sturgeon Lake 154
  • Valleyview
  • Greenview No. 16
  • Sturgeon Lake 154A

Action to take:

  • If you are in the affected area, evacuate immediately
  • Gather pets, important documents and medication, enough food, water and supplies for at least 3 days
  • Evacuate to Grande Prairie
  • A reception center has been established at the Bonnetts Energy Centre located at 10017 99 Ave in Grande Prairie
  • https://alberta.ca/emergencyalert, local media for updates

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