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The Municipality has lifted the fire ban for the urban service area of Fort McMurray and the Province has also lifted the fire ban for the surrounding forest area.

Although wildfire conditions have improved, residents are encouraged to be diligent and responsible while enjoying trails, campfires and backyard firepits.

Construction projects along the waterfront will support future flood mitigation efforts and help enhance Snye Point Park. As part of the Waterfront Park Revitalization Project, Snye Point Park—located on the east side of Hardin Street—will be closed from June 9 to Nov. 15, 2025, for the first phase of construction. Phase two will start in 2026.

A shed and contents was destroyed and several neighbouring sheds and a fence were damaged in an early morning backyard fire on Caldwell Crescent in Thickwood on June 3.