Alerts
Evacuation Order
There are no evacuation orders in place.
Evacuation Alert
There are no evacuation alerts in place.
- If an Evacuation Alert is issued, there is a potential danger in the area. You may have to evacuate on short notice. You do not have to evacuate, but be ready to leave. You will be notified if you need to evacuate.
- If an Evacuation Order is issued for your area, you must leave now. It is not safe to stay. Follow instructions from emergency officials. Municipal emergency supports are only provided if an Evacuation Order is issued.
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Supports During an Evacuation
Residents are encouraged to be prepared and resilient during emergencies. Plan ahead. Check your insurance policy; have an emergency plan and an emergency kit with essential items to sustain you and your family for at least 72 hours.
Registration Centres
If an evacuation order is issued, Emergency Social Services (ESS) will activate a Registration Centre to assist people who need essential services like food, lodging, and basic needs. Instructions for evacuees will be published on the municipal website and municipal social media channels @RMWoodBuffalo .
Registering during an evacuation/incident
- In-person registration: If you need support such as food, lodging, and other basic needs, you must report in-person to a Registration Centre. Residents who are unable to evacuate on their own, and who do not have a full-time caregiver, should consider signing up for the Vulnerable Persons Registry.
- Self-registration: If you do not require Municipally provided ESS services, you can self-register through MAERS My Alberta Emergency Registration System. This allows you to remain eligible for services until the incident ends.
Wildfire/Safety Resources
Follow trusted sources of information
During an emergency, it is crucial to follow trusted information sources such as RMWB.ca and Alberta Wildfire. Follow official municipal social media channels @rmwoodbuffalo . For trusted and recent wildfire information, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit www.alberta.ca/wildfire-status.
Highway Updates
Wildfire smoke can affect visibility driving and highway conditions can change quickly. 511 Alberta provides up-to-date information on the status of Highway 63, 881 and all highways in the province. Before travelling on Highway 63 or 881, check 511 Alberta's website or mobile app. Stay informed, plan ahead and drive safely.
Safety Checklist
- Arrange with neighbours to advise one another of an emergency notification
- Prepare a 72-hour emergency kit
- Make an emergency plan for your household
- If evacuating due to wildfire, or if smoke is present, close all windows
- Keep all combustibles at least 1.5 metres away from your home and propane tanks and woodpiles at least 10 metres away
- Move all unused patio furniture to a shed or safe storage facility
- Take other proactive steps to prepare households and properties. View more FireSmart tips at home
Information Resources
- For the most up-to-date information on provincial fire advisories and restrictions, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit albertafirebans.ca.
- To report a fire in the forested area, call 310-FIRE (3473).
- Stay informed by following official and trusted channels such as RMWB.ca and Municipal X.com or Facebook.
- Download the Alberta Emergency Alerts App
- Follow local media sources. For wildfire updates visit: Alberta Wildfire Updates
- For questions or further information, please call Pulse at 780-743-7000 or 1-800-973-9663.
Mental Health Support Services
People may experience a wide range of emotions and reactions to incidents in the region. There are many local and professional mental health resources available for anyone who needs support. A quick reference list is available below. There are other supports not included in this list as well.
- Health Link (free nurse advice and general health information for Albertans: 8-1-1 (24/7)
- Some Other Solutions Crisis Line: 780-743-4357
- Mental Health Helpline: Offers help for mental health concerns for Albertans: 1-877-303-2642 (24/7)
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: 9-8-8 (24/7)
Air Quality
During periods of increased smoke activity, stay indoors as much as possible and keep windows and doors closed. For up-to-date information on air quality and smoke in the region, visit wbea.org or firesmoke.ca.
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Toll free: 1-800-973-9663
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