Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News A lot has changed since Paul Spring’s first wildfire season as a helicopter pilot in 1980, but many ground support roles remain unchanged. Published Aug 14,…
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Major wildfires in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo held or under control
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Last month the wildfires caused evacuation warnings and orders, and closed Highways 63 and 881. Published Aug 06, 2024 • 2 minute read Wildland firefighters during…
Progress made against wildfires in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo area
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Many wildfires are now held, extinguished or under control. Crews have seen victories against out of control wildfires. Published Jul 29, 2024 • 2 minute read…
Wildfires prompt MEG Energy oilsands site evacuation
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News MEG Energy started moving non-essential staff off its Christina Lake site, while Imperial Oil has started reducing non-essential staff from Kearl. Published Jul 19, 2024 • …
Weekly update: Back to drawing board on flood mitigation, wildfires burn across region
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News The news and events of Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Published Jul 12, 2024 • Last updated 10 hours ago • 12 minute read PHOTO OF THE WEEK:…
Lightning sparks wildfires outside Fort McMurray, no risks so far to homes
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Major wildfires are at least 50 kilometres from Fort McMurray, but the province is keeping an eye on potential impacts to infrastructure. Published Jul 11, 2024…
Weekly update: Beer, body slams and wildfires brewing in Fort McMurray
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News The news and events of Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo. Published Apr 19, 2024 • 9 minute read Trevor Wakeling stirs a mash that will ferment into…
Controlled burns start in Fort McMurray to fight wildfires with fire
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News This year’s priority areas for controlled burns are Thickwood, Wood Buffalo and the north access of Parsons Creek. Published Apr 11, 2024 • 2 minute read…