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Fort McMurray wildfire getting drenched by rain, but still very much active and out of control
The out-of-control wildfire burning southwest of Fort McMurray has been resized at 19,582 hectares. The closest points of the fire remain 4.5 kilometres away from the intersection of Highways 63 and 8...
May 17, 2024
Most schools to resume on Tuesday
Most schools in Fort McMurray will resume normal classes on Tuesday. In a joint statement Thursday, both Fort McMurray Public and Fort McMurray Catholic School Divisions say the divisions are returnin...
May 16, 2024
Overnight efforts, rain, and wind direction helping limit fire growth near Fort McMurray
Progress is being made by firefighting crews battling the out-of-control wildfire southwest of Fort McMurray. The fire was remapped last night. It now sits at 19,820 hectares in size. Alberta Wildfire...
May 16, 2024
Some growth in fire south of Fort McMurray.
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta- A fire ban and off-highway-vehicle restrictions are in effect for the Fort McMurray Forest Area. No outdoor fires, barbecues using charcoal, or fireworks are allowed under the ...
May 15, 2024
Wildfire projected to slow in growth Wednesday
UPDATE: Another out-of-control wildfire has sparked three kilometres north of the Parsons Creek subdivision. At last report, it is about three hectares in size. This fire was initially reported to be ...
May 15, 2024
Schools closed in Fort McMurray for the rest of the week
In a joint statement Tuesday afternoon, the Fort McMurray Public and Catholic School Divisions say their schools are closed for the remainder of the week. The closure also impacts Conseil scolai...
May 14, 2024
Evacuation Order issued for Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace
An evacuation order has been issued for Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek, and Grayling Terrace due to the wildfire southwest of Fort McMurray. Photo: Jon Tupper Those in need of accommodation or su...
May 14, 2024
Fringe Festival coming to Fort McMurray
A Fringe Theatre Festival is coming to Fort McMurray thanks to Theatre Just Because. The Fort McMurray Fringe Festival will take place on Saturday, August 31, at Heritage Village. The event will showc...
May 14, 2024
Alberta says federal environment law remains unconstitutional
The Alberta government says that despite recent changes, Ottawa's Impact Assessment Act remains unconstitutional. The federal government recently amended the act following its dismissal by the Supreme...
May 13, 2024
With updates: High winds continue to challenge firefighters
Update: 6:00 p.m. May 12, 2024 All schools remain open Monday in both the Fort McMurray Public and Fort McMurray Catholic School Divisions. District officials for both divisions say they are closely m...
May 11, 2024
