Wildfires prompt more evacuation alerts Saturday in Alberta
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As of Saturday afternoon, 106 wildfires were burning in Alberta and 33 of those were classified as out of control, prompting evacuation alerts in several central and northern communities.
As of Saturday afternoon, 106 wildfires were burning in Alberta and 33 of those were classified as out of control, prompting evacuation alerts in several central and northern communities.
All evacuees were directed to take their pets, medications, important documents, and enough food and water to be away from home for three days.
Information on emergency alerts, including past alerts and cancelled alerts, can be found on the Alberta Emergency Alert website and the agency's Twitter page.
An evacuation order was issued for Rainbow Lake due to a wildfire burning on the south side of the lake.
Everyone in Rainbow Lake was told to leave and go to the High Level Arena at 10101 105 Avenue. Beds are available and there is room to park campers.
Evacuees were told to bring identification for a mandatory registration at a checkstop at the Chateh Road turnoff.
"Please be calm, drive safe," the alert read. "There is still time to evacuate safely if you leave now."
