Mandatory evacuation order expands as Redwater wildfire flares
An evacuation order Sturgeon County issued Tuesday afternoon has expanded for an area east of the town of Redwater, Alta., due to the threat of wildfires.
The wildfire, which started over the weekend, is burning near the Redwater Provincial Recreation Area.
DON'T MISS: The Weather Network's wildfire hub
Fire officials warned that there was a chance of high fire activity today due to wind and dry conditions.
This expanded evacuation order applies to residents on Range Road 213 east to Range Road 203 and between Township Road 580 south to Township Road 573.
Wildfire smoke seen in Sturgeon County, near Redwater, Alta. Taken on May 6, 2025. (Connor O'Donovan/The Weather Network)
The original evacuation is for everyone located on Range Road 211 east to Range Road 203 and between Township Road 580 south to Township Road 573.
Everyone forced to evacuate should head to the reception centre at Pembina Place, in Redwater.
Residents are being asked to bring important documents and medication. They are also advised to prepare to be away from home for at least three days.
There is an evacuation alert notice for some residents in Thorhild County, north of Redwater. That means residents should be prepared to evacuate on one hour's notice. This alert is in effect for residents on Range Road 203-211 and Township Road 580-584.
The story was originally written by and published for CBC News.