This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The County of Grande Prairie has issued an evacuation order due to Wildfire.

Critical: Wildfire - Grande Prairie County No. 1 (Updated May 10, 2024 at 09:20 PM)

Critical: Wildfire - Grande Prairie County No. 1

Updated May 10, 2024 at 09:20 PM

Source: County of Grande Prairie

Issued: May 10, 2024 at 09:20 PM

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Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The County of Grande Prairie has issued an evacuation order due to Wildfire.

A wildfire is located 4km East of Teepee Creek at approximately Range Road 31 and Township Road 740. The fire is moving away from the community.

Area: This order is in effect from Kleskun Creek North to Township Road 742. It is also in effect for the Riverstone Golf Course.

Affected areas (1):

  • Grande Prairie County No. 1

Action to take:

  • Public should travel North to Township Road 742 and West onto Highway 733.All evacuees must register at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre located at 11633 100 St, Grande Prairie
  • Bring pets, important documents, medication, medical devices, food and water to be away from your home for 7 days
  • Stay tuned to https://www.gprep.ca/ for ongoing situation updates.

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