Alberta Emergency Alert - Flood Risk Alert

Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Flood Risk Alert

The Peace River Ice Break Up may cause flooding in low lying areas along the Peace River and residents of North Vermilion (Buttertown) and Fort Vermilion should prepare to evacuate on short notice.

This advisory is to allow you time to prepare for potential evacuation. You are not required to evacuate at this time. Please share this message and tell your neighbours and friends, particularly those without access to the internet or news. Contact Mackenzie County Incident Command Centre at 780-927-3718 for more information. If you voluntarily evacuate, please register by calling 780-927-3718. For additional information listen to local community radio broadcast or follow Mackenzie County’s Facebook page. Remember to follow the recommendations and regulations set by AHS & GoA to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Area: Mackenzie #23

Affected areas (15):

• High Level
• Mackenzie No. 23
• Rainbow Lake
• Fox Lake 162
• John d'Or Prairie 215
• Tall Cree 173
• Tall Cree 173A
• Beaver Ranch 163
• Boyer 164
• Child Lake 164A
• Hay Lake 209
• Bushe River 207
• Upper Hay River 212
• Carcajou 187
• Fort Vermillion 173B

Action to take:

• You are not required to evacuate at this time
• Gather important documents like identification and insurance, and prepare any food and water you need
• If an evacuation order is issued, please bring your medication, blankets, sleeping bags, personal items and supplies for kids and pets.

Additional information:

• Broadcast Audio

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