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Residents near Winefred Lake and Grist Lake are under urgent evacuation as a dangerous wildfire spreads. Authorities are urging everyone in the affected areas to leave immediately.
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Wildfire threat prompts urgent evacuation for parts of Lac La Biche & Wood Buffalo. Call 780-623-6767 for support.

Wildfire prompts urgent evacuation near Winefred Lake

June 4, 2025
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A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for southern Winefred Lake and Grist Lake due to an out-of-control wildfire in the area.

The alert, issued by Lac La Biche County at 3:18 p.m. on June 4, calls for all members of the public to leave immediately for their safety. The fire poses a serious risk, and residents are urged not to delay.

The affected regions include parts of both Lac La Biche County and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

For those needing assistance or more information, the county has provided a contact line at 780-623-6767.

 

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Residents near Winefred Lake and Grist Lake are under urgent evacuation as a dangerous wildfire spreads. Authorities are urging everyone in the affected areas to leave immediately.
IMAGE: Screenshot by Shootin’ the Breeze, Alberta Emergency Alert, June 4, 2025
Wildfire threat prompts urgent evacuation for parts of Lac La Biche & Wood Buffalo. Call 780-623-6767 for support.

Wildfire prompts urgent evacuation near Winefred Lake

June 4, 2025
Breeze Content | Alberta Emergency Alert

A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for southern Winefred Lake and Grist Lake due to an out-of-control wildfire in the area.

The alert, issued by Lac La Biche County at 3:18 p.m. on June 4, calls for all members of the public to leave immediately for their safety. The fire poses a serious risk, and residents are urged not to delay.

The affected regions include parts of both Lac La Biche County and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

For those needing assistance or more information, the county has provided a contact line at 780-623-6767.

 

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