US EditionOut-of-control wildfire close to city limits of Grande Prairie, Alta.
- Authorities ordered evacuations on May 4, 2025, near the southwest outskirts of Grande Prairie, Alberta, due to an out-of-control wildfire.
- The evacuation stemmed from rapidly growing fires amid very high fire danger, with residents instructed to leave as a precaution and gather essentials.
- Firefighters, heavy equipment, and airtankers responded on scene to contain a blaze that expanded from two to 35 hectares within about an hour.
- An Alberta Emergency Alert mandated evacuees to register at the Pomeroy Hotel and bring important documents, medication, and medical devices immediately.
- The wildfire continued to threaten the area with conditions indicating likely difficult control, prompting ongoing evacuations and official monitoring.
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Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Grande Prairie as RCMP and Alberta Wildfire Assist Response
RCMP assisting evacuations as wildfire threatens Grande Prairie area GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. — RCMP are assisting with evacuations as a wildfire continues to threaten areas near the city of Grande Prairie. The blaze is currently designated as a Mutual Aid fire, meaning the City of Grande Prairie is leading the response, with Alberta Wildfire providing support. Officials say fire suppression efforts and the protection of lives and property remain t…
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