emergency services

RMWB to begin hazard reduction burns

RMWB to begin hazard reduction burns

Apr 9, 2024 | 5:57am
This week, Regional Emergency Services (RES) will be starting their wildfire hazard reduction burns. Crews will be conducting controlled burns in the Thickwood, Parson’s Creek North Access area, and the Wood Buffalo subdivision. If time and conditions allow, controlled burns may be conducted in other areas within Fort McMurray. Signs will be set up near […]
Regional Emergency Services urges residents to watch out for thin ice

Regional Emergency Services urges residents to watch out for thin ice

Dec 19, 2023 | 7:50pm
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is advising everyone to look out for thin ice. With Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo experiencing unseasonably warm weather and little snow, Regional Emergency Services (RES) is calling on residents to be extra cautious this winter. Fire Chief Jody Butz says when rivers freeze, ice may look thick enough […]
RMWB, Alberta Wildfire planning controlled burns in Fort McMurray

RMWB, Alberta Wildfire planning controlled burns in Fort McMurray

Oct 17, 2023 | 5:21am
Regional Emergency Services (RES) will be conducting a controlled burn this week. Fire Crews from RES along with Alberta Wildfire will be out at Morgan Heights and Harpe Heights in the Timberlea neighbourhood overseeing a hazard reduction burn to help reduce the wildfire risk in the area. The hazard reduction burns in Timberlea are planned […]