‘Seasoned’ Swan Hills Wildfire Evacuees Find Safe Haven in Whitecourt

‘Seasoned’ Swan Hills wildfire evacuees find safe haven in Whitecourt

'We're happy when people feel safe here because that's what we're trying to deliver,' said Whitecourt Mayor Tom Pickard as hundreds of wildfire evacuees sought refuge in his town.

Swan Hills wildfire evacuees register in Whitecourt, describe their experiences

The Allan and Jean Millar Centre in Whitecourt was busy on Tuesday morning as Swan Hills residents lined up to register following their town’s evacuation on Monday evening.

Town of Swan Hills ordered evacuated because of wildfire

Officials say a wildfire is burning seven kilometres north of Swan Hills. The roughly 1,300 residents have been told to leave immediately.