Finally, some positive news in the firefighting effort
Some positive news in the fire front yesterday, as Alberta Transportation opened up Highway 881 south of Janvier. The highway was previously closed due to fire conditions and poor visibility. The situation is still being monitored. Evacuation alerts are still in effect for Janvier and for the Chipewyan Prairie First Nation. Residents are still reminded to be ready to evacuate on short notice. In the Fort McMurray Forest Area, there…
Evacuation Alert issued for Janvier and Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is placing the community of Janvier on an evacuation alert. The Chipewyan Prairie First Nation is also issuing an evacuation alert. There are two growing out-of-control wildfires near the communities which are prompting…
Stepping Stones seeking donations to help beat the heat
The ongoing heatwave is putting stress on community organizations. Woods Homes, the agency that runs Stepping Stones Youth Services, says they are in desperate need of supplies for their clients. Bjorne Johansson, CEO of Woods Homes says people living without…
FireSmart Interpretive Trail opens in Thickwood
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) has officially opened the FireSmart Interpretive Trail. The pathway showcases FireSmart practices in construction and landscaping, including interpretive signs, demonstration panels, and displays. It also provides information on the ecology of the boreal…
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FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — A Fort McMurray man is recovering after being shot downtown on Sunday. Police responded to a shooting in the downtown area shortly before 4 p.m. on July 14. At the scene, RCMP located a male victim…