Many residents in Northern Lights County remain under an evacuation alert as the Slims Creek Fire is now on the east side of Highway 35 and is out of control with additional spot fires.
As of 7 a.m. on June 9th, Alberta Wildfire is reporting the fire is approximately 4,600 hectares in size, with forecasted wind gusts of up to 50 km/h coming out of the west could create tough conditions for fire crews.
Residents located east of Highway 35, north of and adjacent to Highway 692 and Township road 952 northward to Twin Lakes must continue to be prepared for a possible evacuation, however, no evacuation order is imminent.
Be prepared to leave on short notice, which means gathering important documents, medication, food, water and clothing for a number of days, as well as preparing to move pets and livestock if necessary.
