UPDATE: Issued: May 04, 2023 at 09:06 AM

Area: This alert was in effect for everyone located on Range Road 24 between Township Road 474 and Township Highway 616.

Description: The wildfire is under control and fire crews will remain on scene to monitor fire breaks. The evacuation has been lifted and impacted residents have been notified. Range Road 24 is now open. No road closures are in place.

Instruction: No further action is needed and evacuated residents may return to their homes.

 

UPDATE: May 3 4:00 pm

Issued: May 03, 2023 at 04:06 PM

Area: This alert is in effect for everyone located on Range Road 24 between Township Road 474 and Township Road 475.

Description: The wildfire remains contained; however, high temperatures and winds are creating flare ups that require attention. The evacuation of the area remains in effect. The evacuation order will be re-evaluated at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3. Range roads 24 and 25 remain closed between township roads 474 and 475.

Instruction: Avoid the area and follow the instructions of emergency personnel. Another update will be provided at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3.

BACKGROUND STORY

Just after 4:00 pm, Tuesday, Alberta Emergency Alert (AEA)  issued a critical wildfire warning for an area in Leduc County.

Residents in the direct area are asked to evacuate as soon as possible.

Here is the official release from AEA :

From: Leduc County

Issued: May 02, 2023 at 04:12 PM

Ends: 23 hours, 52 minutes

History:

  • Alert: May 02, 2023 at 04:12 PM

Area: This alert is in effect for everyone located on Range Road 24 between Township Road 474 and Township Road 475.

Description: There is a wildfire on Range Road 24 between township roads 474 and 475. North west winds are pushing the fire towards a small group of homes in the area.

Instruction: Everyone in this area must evacuate now. Take your pets, important documents and enough medication, food and water to be away from your home for 3 days. Once you have evacuated to a safe location, phone 780-955-4546 to register with the County. If you need help evacuating call 780-955-4546. Range roads 24 and 25 are closed between township roads 474 and 475. Please avoid the area and follow the instructions of emergency personnel. An update will be provided when further information is available.