Evacuation Alert lifted for Conklin

The Evacuation Alert for Conklin has been lifted.

 The Caribou Lake Wildfire LWF-090 is still classified as out of control, but Alberta Wildfire has made significant progress on containing it and has adequate resources, including crews, earth moving equipment, helicopters and air tankers working to suppress this wildfire. Any further growth of this fire is not anticipated to move towards the community of Conklin.

Although the evacuation alert has been lifted, all residents should continue to keep informed and be prepared during wildfire season. Visit our emergency preparedness webpage for valuable tips.

Fire Ban remains in place

A Fire Ban remains in place for the forest areas and communities within the entire Municipality.

The fire bans apply to outside fires of any type throughout the region and includes:

• Open-air fires
• Recreational fires contained within a portable or fixed fire pit (including backyard fire pits)
• Fireworks
• Charcoal barbeques

The use of propane and natural gas appliances, such as barbecues and portable heaters, is allowed.

Follow trusted sources of information

Alberta Wildfire is the lead agency on responding, managing and sharing updates on wildfires in the forested area. Find up-to-date information on the status of wildfires in the region on Alberta Wildfire’s Interactive Map, the Lac La Biche Forest Area Wildfire Updates and the Alberta Wildfire App.

Before travelling, check 511 Alberta for highway updates.

Wildfire smoke

Smoke can also impact your health. During increased smoke activity, stay inside 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, firesmoke.ca or the Government of Canada’s Air Quality Health Index.