Update as of 8:30 p.m. 

Wheatland County has declared a State of Local Emergency due to several running wildfires in the county. The community of Gleichen is being evacuated. Residents in areas surrounding Carseland and East to Gleichen are also affected by fires. Reception Centers are open at the Strathmore Civic Center and the Standard Communtiy Hall. 

http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca/alerts/2017/10/4722.html

 

Update as of 7:45 p.m.

Fire crews are on site this evening in Wheatland County near Gleichen. 

Gleichen residents evacuate now. Do not wait. Else where if you are near fire evacuate immediately. Evacuate to Strathmore Civic Center or Standard Community Hall. Visibility is affected due to heavy smoke. Avoid travel in area. Follow the directions of local authorities. Take all necessary precautions.

 

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New wildfire alert for Wheatland County

Several Running Wildfires. Community of Gleichen and all residents in area between town ship 234 and high way 901. Also high way 1 and high way 842.

Prepare for possible evacuation on short notice. Visibility will be affected. Avoid the area. Follow the directions of local authorities. Close doors, windows and vents. Take all necessary precautions. Stay away from heavily vegetated areas.

http://www.emergencyalert.alberta.ca/alerts/2017/10/4706.html