Current Wildfire Situation

Be-Ready!

Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Planning for Edson and Surrounding Yellowhead County Area

With increased fire activity nearby, and due to current hot weather and dry conditions, everyone should review their emergency preparedness and evacuation plans.

There is no immediate threat to the Town of Edson and surrounding Yellowhead County area right now, but be prepared to evacuate within 24 hours while the fires are active.

Residents should prepare important documents, medications, and other supplies for at least three days. If you are leaving the community for an extended period, take your pets with you or have a plan in place to have your pets evacuated if needed.

Monitor www.edson.ca and www.yhcounty.ca and their social media pages for updates.

All residents are encouraged to download the Alberta Emergency Alert app.

For fire info go to srd.web.alberta.ca/edson-area-update

Wildfire prep checklist www.alberta.ca/emergency-preparedness.aspx