Courtesy of Big Lakes County – Gillwood Area:
May 6 @ 6:45 AM – This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Big Lakes County is issuing a Wildfire Alert. This alert is in effect for Big Lakes County residents North of Township Road 734, East of Range Road 175, West of Highway 749, and South of Township Road 740. A wildfire is moving northwest through the Banana Belt area. Since there is the potential for danger to life and health, if you are in the affected area, you must PREPARE to evacuate with 60 minutes notice. Gather pets, important documents and medication, and enough food, water, and supplies for at least 3 days. This alert will be updated if an evacuation is required. Stay tuned to www.alberta.ca/emergencyalert and local media for updates.
