This is an Alberta Emergency Alert.

Critical: Wildfire - Opportunity No. 17 (Updated May 28, 2025 at 17:06 HRS)

Critical: Wildfire - Opportunity No. 17

Updated May 28, 2025 at 17:06 HRS

Source: MD. of Opportunity No.17

Issued: May 28, 2025 at 17:06 HRS

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Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert.

There is a wildfire threat to the Chip/Alpac road. The MD of Opportunity has issued a mandatory evacuation order for the community of Chipewyan Lake. Everyone in Chipewyan Lake must evacuate immediately.

Area: The MD of Opportunity is issuing a Wildfire Alert for the community of Chipewyan Lake.

Affected areas (1):

  • Opportunity No. 17

Action to take:

  • Gather pets, medication, important documents, clothing and supplies for at least three days
  • Evacuate to the Lakeview Sports Center in Wabasca for registration and instructions
  • Busses will be available at the MD Shop for those who do not have a ride to evacuate
  • Staff will be going door to door, please let them know if you need a ride to the bus

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