May 30 - Conklin Community Update - Wildfire LWF-059

Wildfire LWF-059 remains approximately 10 km southwest of Conklin. Alberta Wildfire reports that firefighters, a night vision equipped helicopter and machines worked on this wildfire overnight.

At the time of this report, the wildfire remained out of control but had not moved closer to the community. Firefighters, airtankers and helicopters with buckets were continuing suppression efforts today. Heavy rain is expected tomorrow which will help firefighters in suppression efforts. 

Evacuation Alert for Conklin remains in effect

An evacuation alert remains in effect. While there is no immediate danger for the community, people in Conklin should be prepared to leave on short notice.  

If you are in Conklin area, stay alert and follow instructions from emergency responders. At this time an Evacuation Order has not been issued.

Wildfire response 

Alberta Wildfire is leading the response and has crews, heavy equipment and helicopters working on this fire. Subscribe to receive Lac La Biche Forest Area Updates for the most recent updates on the fire.  

Regional Emergency Services is in close contact with Alberta Wildfire and Conklin community leadership and has resources on standby if needed. Industry partner, Cenovus also has firefighting resources and crews available. RCMP and Bylaw Services presence has been enhanced in the community.

Smoke may continue to be present in the community  

Several other fires are burning in the Lac La Biche Forest Area. Wildfire smoke can travel long distances and conditions can change quickly. Anyone experiencing symptoms from smoke should call Health Link at 811. To check where the smoke is coming from, visit firesmoke.ca 

Wildfire smoke may impact driving - check 511 Alberta

• Wildfire smoke may impact driving conditions on Highway 881. Check 511 Alberta to find up-to-date information on the status of Highway 63, 881 and all highways in the province: 511.alberta.ca

The next community update will be issued when there is new information to share. 

For questions or further information, call Pulse at 780-743-7000 or 1-800-973-9663