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Wildfire May 6, 2025
Wildfire Update 11, May 8 @2:00PM
Both fires in Westlock County are now listed as Under Control.
AESRD ground crews are on scene still assisting our firefighters in actioning the fires. We are continuing to request residents remain out of the area so crews can continue operations.
We will be transitioning to daily updates, given the status of the fires now. Residents are still encouraged to check back here for our daily updates. Westlock County appreciates the continued support from residents by remaining out of the area. Our next update will be tomorrow, May 9, 2025 at 1:00PM.
Wildfire Update 10, May 8 @11:00AM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
AESRD ground crews are on scene assisting in actioning the fire. The fires are not expected to grow in size. We are continuing to request residents remain out of the area so crews can continue operations.
We will continue provide updates, our next one will be scheduled for today, May 8, 2025 at 2:00PM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 9, May 8 @8:30AM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
We will continue provide updates, our next one will be scheduled for today May 8, 2025 at 11:00AM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 8, May 7 @8:00PM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
Firefighters will be continuing efforts throughout the night, and residents are asked to remain out of the area so they can continue their efforts.
We will continue provide updates, our next one will be scheduled for tomorrow on May 8, 2025 at 8:30AM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 7, May 7 @6:00PM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
Firefighters will be continuing efforts throughout the night, and residents are asked to remain out of the area so they can continue their efforts.
We will continue provide updates, our next one will be scheduled for today May 7, 2025 at 8:00PM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 6, May 7 @3:00PM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
Weather conditions this afternoon are improving, however if conditions do change, residents should still remain on standby and be prepared to evacuate.
We will continue provide updates, are next one will be scheduled for today May 7, 2025 at 6:00PM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 5, May 7 @12:00PM
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire South of Fawcett, located South of highway 44 between Rge Rd 11 and Rge Rd 13 (LCU006) is still currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
Weather conditions this afternoon are unfavorable for fire conditions, so residents are asked to remain out of the area. Residents are also asked to remain on standby and be prepared to evacuate.
We will continue provide updates, are next one will be scheduled for today May 7, 2025 at 3:00PM. Please continue to check back here for further updates.
Wildfire Update 4 May 7 @ 8:30AM:
The fire located from Twp Rd 630 between Rge Rd 261 and Rge Rd 255 (LCU007) is currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
The fire located South of Fawcett (LCU006) is currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area checking for hot spots, please stay out of the area so they can work.
If residents have resources they feel would benefit the incident, please call the County Office at 780-349-3346. Residents are asked to stay away from the scenes so first responders can continue their work.
We will provide another update today May 7, 2025 at 12:00PM. Please check back then.
Wildfire Update 3 @9:40PM:
The fire located South of the Summer Village of Larkspur (LCU007) is currently being held. Fire crews are still in the area actioning the fire, please stay out of the area so they can work. Residents who were asked to evacuate can return home. No homes or lives were lost.
Fire crews are still on location of the fire South of Fawcett, and will continue fire fighting efforts throughout the night.
We will provide another update tomorrow, May 7, 2025 at 8:30AM. Please check back then.
Wildfire Update 1 @9:00PM:
The fire located South of the Summer Village of Larkspur (LCU007) is currently headed East. Residents in the area are asked to be on stand by and be prepared to evacuate.
Wildfire Update 2 @9:00PM:
The fire located South of Fawcett (LCU006) is currently headed North. Highway 44 is currently closed from Range Road 11 to Range Road 13. Residents are asked to remain out of the area, and to be on stand by and be prepared to evacuate.
Please remain out of the areas and allow our first responders to do their jobs.
We will provide updates as we receive them.
May 6, 2025 @8:00PM
The Council of Westlock County has declared a State of Local Emergency within Westlock County due to a wildfires located South of Fawcett, and South of the Summer Village of Larkspur.
The public is advised that for the duration of the emergency, the local authority may take any action it deems necessary to deal with the situation.
We ask residents to stay out of the area, and we will update as they come in.
May 6, 2025 @7:00PM
Westlock County Fire Services are currently on scene for two large grass fires North of Westlock.
We are asking the public to please stay out of the area and let our first responders work to put out the fires.
We will provide updates as they come in.