Evacuation Order Issued for Jasper National Park and Town Due to Wildfire
Evacuate Immediately, Officials Say
Jasper National Park and the town of Jasper were ordered to evacuate Monday night as a wildfire threatens the community. The evacuation order was issued at 1:55 a.m. MST, and all residents and visitors are being urged to leave the area immediately.
Preventative Measure Due to Multiple Fires
The evacuation order is a preventative measure due to the number of fires burning in the area. The fire is located south of town, and is moving towards the community. Officials say the fire is burning out of control, and they are concerned about the safety of residents and visitors.
An evacuation alert had been issued for both the national park and the Jasper town site earlier in the evening, but it has now been upgraded to an evacuation order. This means that everyone in the affected area must leave immediately.
The evacuation order is in effect for all residents and visitors in the following areas:
- The Town of Jasper
- Jasper National Park
Officials are urging everyone to leave the affected area immediately, and to follow the instructions of emergency responders. Evacuation centers have been set up at the following locations:
- The Hinton Recreation Centre (Hinton, AB)
- The Edson Leisure Centre (Edson, AB)
- The Grande Prairie Civic Centre (Grande Prairie, AB)
For more information, please visit the Alberta Emergency Alert website or call 1-800-222-7271.
Conclusion
The wildfire in Jasper National Park is a serious threat to the community. Everyone in the affected area is being urged to evacuate immediately. Officials are working to contain the fire, but they say it is burning out of control. Please follow the instructions of emergency responders, and stay safe.
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