Sunny days are ahead for Fort McMurray, but rain is on the way Monday
Some warm and sunny weather is in store for Fort McMurray this weekend. However, Environment Canada Meteorologist Natalie Hazel says rain is on the way. “For Fort McMurray (the rain will be) probably closer to Monday morning, and right now, we’re calling for a chance of showers during the day, periods of rain in the evening,” Hazel said. “The heavier stuff should be happening later in the afternoon and into…
UPDATE: Wildfire outside of Fort McMurray growing rapidly
UPDATED – Friday, May 10 at 5:30 PM A wildfire that sparked Thursday west-southwest of Fort McMurray is now considered out of control. The fire, near the Grand Rapids Wildland, is about 25 kilometres from the south end of Fort…
Cool temperatures and rain helping wildfire efforts in Alberta
Thanks to some cool temperatures and a mix of snow and rain, Alberta wildfire-fighting crews have made significant progress in the early parts of the wildfire season. According to Thursday morning’s provincial wildfire update, there are 40 active fires in…
RCMP to improve service with new unit
The Wood Buffalo RCMP is introducing a new initiative to enhance public service. The RCMP Call-Back Unit (CBU) is part of a six-month pilot project to help free up more frontline officers to work within the community. CBU members will…
Local HERO Foundation M*A*S*H Bash raises $150,000
The Local HERO Foundation is thanking residents for their support following the weekend’s successful M*A*S*H Bash. Over $150,000 was raised this weekend for our region’s only 24/7 emergency helicopter rescue service. Three hundred guests attended the Foundation’s event Saturday to…