A provincial state of emergency remains in effect due to numerous wildfires.
For wildfire related information, call the 24-hour info line at 310-4455 (available in 200+ languages) or visit alberta.ca/emergency.
A provincial state of emergency remains in effect due to numerous wildfires.
For wildfire related information, call the 24-hour info line at 310-4455 (available in 200+ languages) or visit alberta.ca/emergency.
Advisory alert details
From: Alberta Emergency Management Agency
Issued: May 18, 2023 at 10:40 AM
History:
Area: The Evacuation Order for the area south of Grovedale remains in effect.
Description: Wildfires continue to burn in the area south of Township Road 690, between Highway 40 and the BC Border. Everyone in this area must remain evacuated. Everyone north of Township Road 690 to the Wapiti River should be prepared to evacuate on short notice.
Instruction: Pack clothes, food, water, important documents and medication for 3 days. Bring your pets. Evacuate to Grande Prairie. A reception center has been established at the Bonnetts Energy Centre located at 10017 99 Ave in Grande Prairie.
Additional information: grovedale_fire.JPG, http://www.alberta.ca/BePrepared, http://www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert, https://mdgreenview.ab.ca/