This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The Summer Village of Sandy Beach has issued a Wildfire alert.

Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The Summer Village of Sandy Beach has issued a Wildfire alert.

A wildfire is burning on the east side of Sandy Lake near the village. Wind direction is forecast to change tomorrow morning, which may push the fire toward Lakeshore Drive. If this occurs, an evacuation may be required.

Area: This alert is in effect for everyone along Lake Shore Drive, on the east side of Sandy Lake.

Affected areas (1):

• Sandy Beach

Action to take:

• Everyone along Lakeshore Drive and on the east side of Sandy Beach must prepare for a possible evacuation
• Fuel your vehicles
• Gather important documents, medications, and medical devices
• Be prepared to be away from home for at least three days
• No evacuation is required at this time
• If you will need help evacuating, call 780-915-6539
• This alert will be updated if conditions change

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