US EditionResidents of areas northeast of Edmonton ordered to evacuate due to wildfires
- On May 6, 2025, residents northeast of Edmonton were instructed to evacuate as wildfires approached the area surrounding Redwater Provincial Recreation Area.
- The wildfire started over the weekend when an all-terrain vehicle ignited due to what officials believe was a mechanical or electrical issue.
- An evacuation directive has been put in place for residents living east of Redwater, approximately 61 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, with authorities advising people to prepare for a minimum three-day absence from their homes.
- Officials reported crews are fighting the fire with air drops of retardant materials amid expected high fire activity due to dry conditions and strong winds.
- The evacuation expanded to include areas between Range Roads 213 and 203 and Township Roads 580 to 573, with residents directed to Pembina Place reception centre for support.
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Residents of two areas northeast of Edmonton ordered to evacuate due to wildfires
REDWATER — Residents in two rural areas northeast of Edmonton have been ordered to leave their homes because of separate wildfires. Athabasca County has issued an evacuation order for an area south of the village of Boyle, Alta.
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