This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The mandatory evacuation order issued by the M D of Lesser Slave River ends at 3 P M today.

Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The mandatory evacuation order issued by the M D of Lesser Slave River ends at 3 P M today.

Wildfire SWF 086 is still burning. Evacuees can start to return home at 3 p m today, but will remain on a 4 hour evacuation warning.

Area: This alert is for all residents along Old Smith Highway from Township Road 715 (Smith Bridge) to Range Road 45 (Tollenaars Bridge).

Affected areas (1):

• Lesser Slave River No.124

Action to take:

• Re-entry will be allowed from Township Road 715 (Smith Bridge) and Range Road 45 (Tollenaars Bridge) stating at 3 P M
• Residents will be on a four hour evacuation warning
• If evacuation becomes necessary gather pets, important documents and medication, enough food, water and supplies for at least 3 days
• Stay tuned to www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert, and local media for updates

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