This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The County of Grande Prairie has updated a wildfire alert.

Critical: Wildfire - Parts of Alberta (Updated May 06, 2023 at 11:31 AM)

Critical: Wildfire - Parts of Alberta

Updated May 06, 2023 at 11:31 AM

Source: County of Grande Prairie

Issued: May 06, 2023 at 11:31 AM

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Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The County of Grande Prairie has updated a wildfire alert.

There is an out of control wildfire that is threatening structures in the affected area.

Area: The evacuation area has been expanded west to include all residents from Range Road 73 to Range Road 75 from Township Road 710 south to the Wapiti River.

Affected areas (2):

  • Grande Prairie County No. 1
  • Greenview No. 16

Action to take:

  • All residents in the expanded affected area must evacuate immediately
  • Evacuate using the nearest Range Road north toward the City of Grande Prairie
  • Evacuees are to register at the Bonnets Energy Centre, 10017 99 Ave, Grande Prairie
  • If you need help evacuating, call 1-825-606-5092
  • Bring all important documents, medications, food, water and important supplies, to be away from your home for 3 days
  • Bring your pets
  • Stay tuned to www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert and https://www.gprep.ca/ for updates.

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