Update #28: Improving Conditions Allow Return in Some Areas
Update #28: Improving Conditions Allow Return in Some Areas
Grande Prairie — Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:00 p.m. – Due to recent rainfall, favourable weather conditions, and the continued efforts of firefighting crews, the County of Grande Prairie has downgraded the evacuation order and alert in specific areas. The wildfire has now grown to 26,628 hectares and remains classified as out of control.
- Everyone north of Township Road 710 to Township Road 740, east of Range Road 132 to Range Road 130 can return home. This area remains on evacuation alert.
- The evacuation alert is outlined in the yellow area of the attached map. Residents in areas under an evacuation alert should be prepared to leave with 30 minutes’ notice.
- The evacuation order remains in effect for everyone north of Township Road 710 to 740, east of the British Columbia/ Alberta border to Range Road 132. The evacuation order is outlined in the red area of the attached map.
Residents in areas under an evacuation alert should remain prepared to leave on short notice. Whenever an evacuation order is issued, residents have just 30 minutes to leave.
Alberta Evacuee Resources
- GPREP Call Centre: Call 780-830-5002, 10:00 am to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 12.
- GPREP Evacuee Support Guide: GPREP-Evacuee-Suppot-Guide-2025-1.pdf
- Crisis Resources: https://www.gprep.ca/resources-2/
- GPREP Reception Centre Services: https://www.gprep.ca/resources-2/reception-centre-services/
- GPREP Re-Entry Guide: gprep.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kiskatinaw-River-Wildfire-Resident-Re-Entry-Document-June-11-2025.pdf
- Register livestock with the County’s Livestock Emergency Response Plan (LERP): Contact the GPREP Call Centre at 780-830-5002.
Where to find fire updates
- BC Wildfire updates
- Alberta Wildfire updates
- For ongoing updates, visit www.gprep.ca or follow GPREP on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GPREPalerts
- Check DriveBC and 511 Alberta for any road closures or detours
- Download the Voyent Alert! app or register for email, SMS, or phone alerts at https://register.voyent-alert.com
- Visit the Alberta Emergency Alert website or download the app.
- Smoke location and movement: www.firesmoke.ca
- Health concerns related to smoke exposure: Call 811 or visit Alberta Health Link website.
Donations
- Northwestern Alberta Foundation: Accepting funds in support of wildfire-impacted communities within its service area. Donate here: https://cfna.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1465
The next update will be provided as new information is available.
About GPREP
The Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Partnership (GPREP) brings together the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley to coordinate resources, training, and response strategies for large-scale emergencies. GPREP enhances public safety, strengthens community resilience, and delivers timely crisis information. Learn more at www.GPREP.ca and follow us on www.Facebook.com/GPREPalerts, and Twitter [X] www.x.com/gprepalerts.
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Media contact:
Information Officer,
GPREP,
587-771-0825,
