SK Government Fire Update – July 13

However, in order to lift an evacuation order, a number of criteria must be met.

– Wildfire Status: The wildfire doesn’t pose a direct threat to the community.
– Health Assessment: Smoke does not pose a risk to those with high-priority health issues, to all community members and there are adequate medical supplies and staff in the community to provide medical services.
– Essential Services: Safe water to drink, power, telephone, sewer, gas, and 911 service is available.
– Community Services: Local authority and leadership is present.

The government works with local officials and provincial agencies to assess this criteria to ensure it’s safe for people to return.

IMPORTANT: We’ve had reports of individuals trying to return to their cabins in areas that are under mandatory evacuations, specifically the Weyakwin area. This can significantly impede fire suppression operations. Officials and emergency responders have to shift their attention to your safety rather than their missions causing unnecessary risk and delays.

We appreciate your patience and will work hard to get people back in their homes as soon as possible.

The photos today are from water bombers working on the Cog fire in the Lac La Ronge area.

For more specific fire info, visit: http://www.environment.gov.sk.ca/fire or call the Wildfire Client Service Office at 1-800-567-4224.

Most of Saskatchewan’s Provincial Parks are open. There are some closures in the north and fire bans to note but many are out enjoying our beautiful parks. For more info: www.saskparks.net

Highways and roads across the north are open and closed intermittently depending on smoke and wildfire conditions, visit: http://www.saskatchewan.ca/l…/transportation/highway-hotline

For smoke and air quality updates, visit: www.Firesmoke.ca

Red Cross Inquiry Line for evacuees or family members of evacuees: 1-888-953-3463.

by Government of Saskatchewan

SK Government Fire Update – July 13

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