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Critical - This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Chipewyan Lake Evacuation Order due to wildfire remains in effect.
May 18, 2023 at 12:58 PM
From: Alberta Emergency Management Agency
Issued: May 18, 2023 at 12:58 PM
History:
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- Alert: May 14, 2023 at 03:32 PM
- Update: May 14, 2023 at 09:33 PM
- Update: May 15, 2023 at 07:52 PM
- Update: May 16, 2023 at 05:57 PM
- Update: May 18, 2023 at 12:58 PM
- Update: May 22, 2023 at 10:19 AM
Area: This alert is in effect for the community of Chipewyan Lake and surrounding area in the MD of Opportunity.
Description: The community of Chipewyan Lake and surrounding area has issued an evacuation order. Everyone in the affected area must remain evacuated.
Instruction: Evacuees must report to the Lakeview Sports Center in Wabasca to register. If you require transportation, there are buses at the Chipewyan Lake Shop. If you require transportation to the shop please call 780-773 -9783. Bring pets, important documents, medication, and enough food, water, and supplies for 7 days. Follow the directions of local authorities.
Additional information: http://www.alberta.ca/BePrepared, http://www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert, http://www.alberta.ca/emergency
