This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The RMWB is issuing an Wildfire Evacuation Order.

Critical: Wildfire - Wood Buffalo (Issued May 14, 2024 at 02:05 PM)

Critical: Wildfire - Wood Buffalo

Issued May 14, 2024 at 02:05 PM

Source: Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Issued: May 14, 2024 at 02:05 PM

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Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The RMWB is issuing an Wildfire Evacuation Order.

Due to the approaching wildfire, interfacing communities are being evacuated to allow for fire suppression efforts. All residents and businesses in these areas must leave the area by 4p.m.

Area: This order is in effect for Beacon Hill, Abasand, Prairie Creek, and Grayling Terrace. An Evacuation Alert remains in effect for Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek, Gregoire Lake Estates, Fort McMurray First Nation #468, Anzac, and Rickards Landing Industrial Park.

Affected areas (1):

  • Wood Buffalo

Action to take:

  • If you require accommodation support, go to Parkland 1 hotel in Lac La Biche
  • Take your pets, medications, important documents, and emergency kits with you
  • Stay informed by following the RMWB social media, website, and Alberta Wildfire App
  • If you are not in an area under Evacuation Order, please remain in place to facilitate a safe evacuation.

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