The Government of Alberta says Little Red River Cree Nation has declared a State of Emergency Thursday afternoon.
The State of Emergency was called due to a wildfire that is threatening the nearby area.
Wednesday, Little Red River Cree Nation — roughly 127 kilometers east of High Level — was able to evacuate 981 residents from Garden River. That evacuation order remains in place.
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Officials say the nearby fire is out of control and over 41,000 hectares in size. It is located about 8.5 km north of Highway 58.
Evacuees have gone to John D’or Prairie Horizon Camp, John D’or Prairie School, John D’or Prairie Willow Camp, and hotels in High Level and Peace River.
All of Alberta’s Forest Protection Area was put under a fire ban on Wednesday, with the exception of municipalities and national parks.