Public Notice Wildfire Update – No Threat to the Town of Fort Smith June 2

Wildfire Update – No Threat to the Town of Fort Smith

 

As of now, there is no threat to the Town of Fort Smith from nearby wildfire activity. This update is being shared for situational awareness and community preparedness.

 

1. Alberta Wildfire MWF026 / ECC Wildfire SS009-25

This fire originates in Alberta. Both Alberta and NWT fire crews will be collaborating under a unified command and are currently gathering more resources to manage the fire and deploy structural protection as the fire is seeing an increase in activity.

Updates can be found here:

 

Fort Smith Protective Services is working under the Structure Protection Branch of command, providing structure protection and Wildland Urban Interface support as required.

 

The Town of Fort Smith Municipal Services is preparing to support the needs of the Alberta fire camp that has been established on Tthebatthie Denesųłiné Nation (Smiths Landing First Nation) Territory near Border Town.

 

While there is no immediate risk, we encourage all residents to review their evacuation plans as a precaution. Know your exits, keep essential documents and supplies accessible, and stay informed through official Town and government updates.

 

We will provide updates as they become available.

 

Updates can be found at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FortSmithProtectiveServices/

Website: www.fortsmith.ca

Alertable: www.fortsmith.ca/alertable

 

Being informed and prepared is part of keeping our community safe.