2023 Wildfire Updates
10AM September 13, 2023 Update
Essential workers identified by their employers have begun returning to Hay River in advance of the general public. If you have questions about essential workers re-entry, have your employer reach out to townhall@hayriver.com. Please note:
- Conditions are smokey and will remain that way for the foreseeable future.
- Limited services such as health will be available through the essential reentry.
- If you are returning by car, please drive carefully under smokey conditions and be very aware of fire crews on the road. There have been intermittent fire and smoke conditions on highways.
- Ensure you check out of your hotel as they will not close out the booking until you advise them.
- Services will not be back to normal. Health will have limited services on Monday. Full restoration of all services will take some time so check ahead if that is an issue.
In preparedness for the general public return:
- If you evacuated by air, the cutoff for booking your flight back ends tomorrow, Thursday September 14, 2023 at 8pm. The list will be created on Friday and people flown in as soon as Hay River is open to the public.
Under tough conditions, the defenses that have been put in place have held. There was fire activity and a backburn in the area to the east of KFN. The backburn was successful. The structural protection unit had operations in the Sandy Creek, Birch Creek, KFN area and by the falls to ensure structures were protected.
Scanning continues to address any remaining hot spots in Hay River with the hopes that when the Hay River, West Point First Nations and Hay River Metis Government Council citizens arrive, areas are safe or controlled where work is still ongoing.
Today work will continue building the cat guard around Sandy Creek. Additionally, some hand ignition work will be done. The scanning in Enterprise indicated a number of hotspots that will still need to be addressed.
RESOURCES
Re-Entry Flight Registration open 8AM Tuesday, September 12, 2023 to 8PM Thursday, September 14, 2023
The link to the actual application that needs to be filled in is halfway down the page.
Actual flights home will not be booked until re-entry dates for the General Public have been confirmed.
RE-ENTRY INFORMATION – Note: Hay River is not open for re-entry as yet.
https://hayriver.com/2023-reentry/Evacuees in Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire…
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest reception center as listed.
Support for businesses
https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/services/SEED_evacuation_relief
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email
DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/…/wil…/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/…/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees…
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 from Monday to Friday between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/…/evacu…/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/…/high…/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/…/Mental-Health-Support-Available…
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM September 10, 2023 Update
Work yesterday continued in the areas securing the tightline along the fires edge from Great Slave to Mile 5. Work continues on the tightline continuing south to Delancey.
The large finger to the east of KFN had a few areas of concern that were addressed by tankers to allow crews to tightline along that edge as well. There have been a number of crew changes and we thank Ontario and New Zealand crews for all their efforts and welcome some crews from Manitoba and Quebec.
The checkpoint has been moved back from Enterprise to the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 5. This checkpoint continues to be supported by RCMP. RCMP have also been ticketing speeders that are endangering fire crews along the highway and will continue to monitor traffic to ensure the safety of fire crews.
A Hay River council meeting will tentatively be scheduled on Monday, September 11, 2023 to consider a re-entry timeline. Details about the re-entry plan are available at https://hayriver.com/2023-reentry/ .
Kakisa, Enterprise, Fort Smith and KFN all have separate re-entry plans that will be available through their normal communication channels.
RESOURCES
RE-ENTRY INFORMATION – Note: Hay River is not open for re-entry as yet.
https://hayriver.com/2023-reentry/Evacuees in Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire…
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest reception center as listed.
Support for businesses
https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/services/SEED_evacuation_relief
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email
DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/…/wil…/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/…/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees…
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM Mon to Fri.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/…/evacu…/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/…/high…/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/…/Mental-Health-Support-Available…
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM Sept 7, 2023 Hay River Update
The re-entry plan for Hay River is intended to be released by end of the day Friday. The dates for re-entry will not be confirmed until early next week once the unfavourable weather conditions this weekend have passed and protection progress is advanced. The weather from Saturday until Monday will be warm and dry which will elevate fire activity in the area.
Good progress has been made on the cat lines to the west of Hay River. A drone will be put up tomorrow to define locations of hot spots, including those fires in the root systems. There are 2 large fingers of the fire on the east side of the Hay River. The one to the south of KFN should be contained soon and work on the fire’s edge to the east of KFN will be started today. Across the river from Delancey Estates is a hot spot which is being addressed.
Department of Infrastructure have continued patrolling traffic and have been cleaning up debris on the right aways.
Note: if you are staying in a host location marked as Yellowknife you are not required to move, you can stay in your current arrangement.
RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
EVACUEES IN ALBERTA
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest reception center as listed.
Support for businesses
https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/services/SEED_evacuation_relief
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM September 6, 2023 Update
A lot of traffic will be on NWT highways as the Yellowknife citizens return home today. Security is in place to control access to Enterprise and an RCMP supported check stop is at the entrance from Highway 1 toward Hay River.
Cats continue along the fire lines, tightlining to control the fire. Specific focus on 553 to the beach and around the sewer lagoon for fire control work occurred yesterday as well. The finger south of KFN has almost been controlled with blacklining and work will begin on the east side of KFN for blacklining. While good progress was made, there is still a large amount of work left to complete to reduce the risk to Hay River. More flare ups have been occurring with the drying conditions.
Structural protection systems continued to be checked and operated. Crews continue to deal with hot spots including in Enterprise. Hay River Ambulance and Rescue are stationed at Enterprise to support the Yellowknife re-entry.
Work on re-entry plans continue for Hay River and the South Slave.
RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
Support for businesses
https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/services/SEED_evacuation_relief
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM September 5, 2023 Update
Access to Hay River is restricted to essential workers identified by emergency operations only that are identified on the list at the check stop at Enterprise. Crews are working at controlling the fire at key focus areas initially at Delancey, the river area by the airport, and a finger east of Riverwoods and into KFN boundaries. Once this initial work is done in the next few days a timeline for re-entry can be considered.
Yesterday equipment and crews were deployed to begin the work of blacklining the fire edges past its boundaries.
There is smoke again today which will get heavier through the week. Flares ups have occurred yesterday despite rain this weekend. A warming trend will continue to make continues more challenging. There is some smoke arising from deep fires and areas of unburnt fuel that will be a hazard in the coming days.
Crews patrolled KFN and Kakisa as well as cabins to ensure structure protection was still functional. Equipment will be run again today and maintenance done as required. Crews are in place to address any flare ups.
There is lots of activity and equipment operating within Hay River right now so it is critical that there are only those essential workers and fire crews there.
RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
Support for businesses
https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/services/SEED_evacuation_relief
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM September 3, 2023 Update
Note: there will not be a Town of Hay River issued update tomorrow, Monday, September 4, 2023 unless circumstances require it.
Yesterday was a more challenging day than forecast with fire reaching close to Mile 5 on the west side of the highway. The fire also progressed to and challenged the main fire break but was held there. There was some growth closer to the hospital. A spot fire was also addressed at the airport avionics area along the Water Treatment Plant road. There was no structural loss yesterday.
There is still substantial fire activity to the east end of the fire toward Birch Creek but there are no structures at risk.
Some much-needed rain, lower temperatures and high relative humidity have arrived and allowed the crews to re-assess and plan ahead. The 20 to 30mm of rain expected will assist with knocking down the ground fires but with the extreme drought conditions and the deepness of the fires, the fires underneath will still need to be addressed and will flare up in the coming days. This is part of the planning and will be done with ground crews and equipment. Work will continue building cat lines to allow access to the fires by crews.
The highway into Hay River remains closed to all traffic and other routes in the NWT are intermittently open to identified essential services only. RCMP will be at full staff in Hay River to support highway traffic.
RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to
ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM September 2, 2023 Update
Excellent work was done yesterday to keep the fire from causing any structural loss under very challenging conditions. This was completed by Air tankers working to the west of town and helicopters in the Mile 5 area. This work will continue today. Ground crews will also be deployed to the area south of town. The fire did not reach the fire guards yesterday due to the aerial work.
Winds will be strong today but the relative humidity is higher which reduces the fire risk. Today work will be done to assess the fire from the air and map a strategy. Tomorrow will be the resumption of putting up cat guards intended to control the fire growth. Structure protection will continue today operating equipment and being deployed as required to address any embers.
Tomorrow is a forecast for rain which will greatly assist fire control efforts.
Highways remain closed from the NWT / AB border north due to fire conditions. Hay River continues to prepare for re-entry but cannot provide any timelines until there is a reduced fire risk.
UPDATED RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM Update September 1, 2023
A very challenging day lies ahead for fire crews with temperatures reaching 25C, low humidity and very strong winds out of the west. The benefit of the winds and some rain yesterday is clearer air allowing all aerial fire fighting equipment to be airborne. For safety, ground crew and equipment will be held back.
Fire suppression and task forces are operational and ready today. All fire suppression will be run for a period of time this morning to provide structure protection and then fully topped up. There are 5 task forces assigned and operating that will address any embers that come from the fires. Additional equipment is also available. The West Point First Nation and Vale Island are at lower risk with prior fuel burns but crews and equipment will be moved to address any evolving risks. K’atl’odeeche First Nation has structure protection in place as well as fire guard work and natural protection from the previous fire. A task force is also assigned to the surrounding areas like KFN and Riverwoods.
Fall back plans are in place if required. The shelter in place for non-essential personnel is currently in place. The Hay River airport is set as a designated shelter but may change and be communicated through the NWT Alert system.
There is a high degree of fire risk in Hay River and on NWT highways with the weather. Check points are in place with RCMP to ensure citizens don’t endanger themselves and crews by returning.
UPDATED RESOURCES FOR EVACUEES
NWT Residents and evacuees can call 1-844-259-1793 or email DisasterAssistance@gov.nt.ca to ask evacuation and re-entry questions.
NWT Public Safety webpage with all the GNWT programs and services by category is at https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety
Questions on health and social services:
o https://www.nthssa.ca/en/services/wildfire-health-services-updates/health-services-evacuees-qa
o https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program can be directed to EIDS@gov.nt.ca . Q&A are at https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuation-travel-support-program/questions-and-answers
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM August 31, 2023 Update
Focus has been on preparing for the anticipated high winds out of the west for Friday and Saturday. Yesterday, fog and smoke created limited visibility. Only 1 flight could go up along with 45 minutes of helicopter bucketing. The limited visibility also restricted the movement of trucks and equipment. Work continued on containing the active finger in the KFN area to eliminate the risk completely. Structural protection crews worked in the Castaways, 2 season and water plant area addressing hot spots which will continue today.
Visibility is low again today and may improve this afternoon. Anticipated thunderstorms this afternoon may assist clearing but bring unstable air that may increase fire risk. New structural protection crews which will be oriented today. The suppression line near 553 is being elevated and brought closer to homes for better protection. A fire retardant line is being laid down on the fireguard to increase the fire protection for ember storms in the coming days.
Tomorrow and Saturday winds out of the west will be 25 to 50kmh from about noon to 9pm. A solid plan is in place including drills run in the morning to be prepared. Conditions after Saturday will improve providing an opportunity for crews to work proactively instead of reactively to containing the fire.
NEW – Announced NWT funding for evacuees.
https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program aims to provide one-time targeted financial relief during evacuations. Its goal is to ease the financial burdens faced by evacuees who have suffered a loss of employment income. Download Application Form
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM August 30, 2023 Update
Visibility in Hay River continues to be low with fog and smoke but slightly improved from yesterday. Yesterday afternoon, crews were able to be deployed to continue preventative work. Work continues to close off the finger that is closest to KFN to completely remove the risk. Crews checked equipment and assets yesterday and found no new issues. Crews specifically worked in the Castaways area to address any hotspots and will continue today.
Temperature today will be 21C with a higher relative humidity of 70 and winds a light and variable. Town Public Works crews are beginning public infrastructure damage assessments and inspections of water/sewer systems. Water levels are good in Hay River’s reservoir. All highways in the South Slave area currently closed including highway 1 at the border due to smoke and fog, and conditions were part of the cause for a motor vehicle accident near Enterprise yesterday. No-one was injured but one of the vehicles had to be taken off the road.
Fire risks will increase on Friday and Saturday as the winds increase to 50km/h out of the west. Crews have been preparing to minimize risks. Fire risk on the highway remains, specifically near the Alexandra Falls area through to the end of the wind events on Saturday.
At a special meeting of Council last night, Council voted to waive interest penalties on property tax, water/sewer accounts, and general fees until October 31, 2023, and delay issuance of utility bills until October 1st.
NEW – Announced NWT funding for evacuees.
https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 5PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program aims to provide one-time targeted financial relief during evacuations. Its goal is to ease the financial burdens faced by evacuees who have suffered a loss of employment income. Download Application Form
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
Good morning everyone, we are reinstating the 10 am update but will continue to share the NWT ECC (NWT Fire) updates as they are issued.
August 29, 2023 10AM Update
The fire in the Hay River region is currently 6 times the size of Edmonton with visibility today at 30feet. There were no new damaged structures again yesterday and minimal growth as crews walked the impacted communities on foot to address any fire risks. Some backburns were completed removing underbrush to control fires near gun range. The fire is still a safe distance from KFN as crews continue to work on the fireguards. Challenging conditions require work to be done on the ground as aircraft are unable to get airborne.
Travel conditions are very poor with an RCMP supported check stop in Enterprise and a check stop at the NWT / AB border. There are frequent highway closures on Highway 1 due to fire conditions as well as smoke. Efforts continue to return basic essential services to support fire crews as well as the return of the Canadian Military. These efforts are conditional on the safety of travel to Hay River
All utilities are operational. Twice daily NWT Fire operational updates will be shared as they are released. The evacuee resources have been updated on the Hay River website.
NEW – Announced NWT funding for evacuees.
https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-announces-funding-evacuees-and-small-businesses
Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
Canada Employment Insurance Benefits
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Employment Insurance (EI) benefits and leave information for workers, families, fishers and sickness, how to apply and how to submit a report.
Evacuee Information – Alberta
https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation
Go to the South Slave section. South Slave evacuees (Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Smith, K’atl’odeeche First Nation) who are evacuating by road to Alberta should proceed the nearest open reception center as listed.
NWT Fire Updates
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
Twice daily NWT Fire updates about the fire in the Hay River area.
GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program
https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo/
The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program aims to provide one-time targeted financial relief during evacuations. Its goal is to ease the financial burdens faced by evacuees who have suffered a loss of employment income. Download Application Form
Highway Conditions Map
https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/services/highway-system/highway-conditions-map
The highways in the NWT have intermittent closures due to fire conditions. Information is available on this page.
Mental Health Supports
https://hayriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mental-Health-Support-Available-for-Evacuees.pdf
A listing of NWT Mental Health Supports for Evacuees.
10AM August 25, 2023 Update
The next few days will be challenging with 28C, relative humidity at 28 and winds gusting 15 possibly up 50kmh from the south west. Some fire permitter growth occurred west of 6 Mile Creek area.
Yesterday, only a few flights were able to get up due to heavy smoke conditions limiting first attack activity. Ignition work was done to reduce fuel 12 to 14 kms from Hay River. All structural protection systems were confirmed in place and functioning. Some hot spot work was done in Enterprise and Paradise yesterday.
Plans are in place and essential personnel identified to allow for a safe evacuation IF conditions worsen leaving only critical fire fighting crews. Those plans have been communicated. Structural protection crews will all be deployed in the Hay River area today given the conditions. The town has been sectored and crews assigned. Familiarization and drills continue today.
NWTel is addressing a long distance calling issue through land lines in Hay River. A fibre problem due to fire and trees in Enterprise has impacted Kakisa and Jean Marie. They are monitoring a fire on highway 1 that could impact the telecommunications backbone to several communities. There have been some reported internet outages on Vale Island which are being followed up on. NUL continues rebuild planning and procurement activities. Hay River Public Works crews are in town to start fixing an earlier water break.
Resources
- NWT residents and evacuees can call 811 in the territory and 1-844-259-1793 out of territory to ask questions about evacuation.
- Alberta Evacuees – https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section. Please register at the local centre listed to have hotel costs covered or call 310-4455 in Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily) or 1-877-770-4636 from outside Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily)
- NWT Evacuee Registration – http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac AND in the host evacuee centres.
- Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
- Canada Employment Insurance Information – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
- GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Program – https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuee-income-disruption-support-program
- GNWT Income Assistance – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html?fbclid=IwAR3LXxB21q5KgdailPrdp18G89A7wzhILqhVx4qSG6aZ_PtYvPs8emVGc1U
- Supports for First Nations and Inuit evacuees is available from Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1686078907307/1686078925161#sec3
10AM August 24, 2023 Update
Efforts are focused on preparing for the upcoming weather starting tomorrow where the conditions may push the fire closer to the town of Hay River. Tomorrow will be 27C with a relative humidity of 30 and SW winds. Without the protection that is now in place and fire personnel the fire would travel at 5 to 6km per hour. The next 3 days will have an elevated fire risk. An overview of what to do if the fire does progress as well as what structural protections are in place will be communicated later today.
Yesterday crews extended the fire guard north of the gun range with crews blacklining behind. On the east side of the river the cat guard line has been extended to connect with the previous burn. A successful controlled ignition was issued yesterday and will be finished up today. Air and ground crews also reduced the heat and hot spots in the Heart Lake area. Efforts were also focused in the south end near Alexandra Falls with the structural protection unit assisting. Structural protection work continued in Enterprise and Paradise Gardens. All crews will fall back into the Hay River area if the fire conditions worsen to have maximum effect in reducing fire risk to the town.
Today is smoky at the airport which limits air activity and visibility of the fire until it clears. Temperature today is 23C with a relative humidity of 30 and 11kmh variable winds. Training and preparedness drills continue today in Hay River.
Draft Emergency Response Plans were reviewed this morning at the briefing covering Hay River Structural Protection Division, K’atl’odeeche First Nation, Canadian Forces as well as firefighting crews. An overview of what structural protections are in place currently was presented as well.
Communications connectivity is back up in the Kakisa and Buffalo areas. Long distance landline services are also back up at Ft. Smith. Work continues on a re-entry plan with NWT MACA and KFN.
Resources
- NWT residents and evacuees can call 811 in the territory and 1-844-259-1793 out of territory to ask questions about evacuation.
- Alberta Evacuees – https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section. Please register at the local centre listed to have hotel costs covered or call 310-4455 in Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily) or 1-877-770-4636 from outside Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily)
- NWT Evacuee Registration – http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac AND in the host evacuee centres.
- Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
- Canada Employment Insurance Information – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
- GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Program – https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuee-income-disruption-support-program
- GNWT Income Assistance – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html?fbclid=IwAR3LXxB21q5KgdailPrdp18G89A7wzhILqhVx4qSG6aZ_PtYvPs8emVGc1U
- Supports for First Nations and Inuit evacuees is available from Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1686078907307/1686078925161#sec3
10AM August 23, 2023 Update
Fire activity in the southeast end of the fire picked up yesterday requiring more assets to be deployed to that area. Work continued east of the river on the catguard as well as from the gun range north where 1.5 to 2 kilometres was added. Crews continued drills to be prepared for a very challenging day coming on Friday. Additionally, pump and system maintenance was completed along with training to support crew change outs. An updated map of the fire edge is anticipated to be available later today or tomorrow.
The K’atl’odeeche Fire Chief and the Hay River Fire Chief met yesterday to confirm structural protection was deployed as required. This will be supported today as additional structural protection will be put in place.
The Fort Smith long distance line and all communications in Kakisa are down but all other telecommunications in Hay River are reported as functioning correctly. There was a brief power outage in Hay River last night, but all utilities are functioning normally at this time to support emergency efforts. 47 power poles arrived yesterday in preparation for electrical services restoration to affected areas. Crews will begin repairing the water main leak tomorrow, although it is not currently having an operational impact on emergency efforts. The RCMP have advised that there has been no confirmed looting or issues in Hay River, KFN or Enterprise and continue to patrol and support the check stop in place at the Enterprise, Hay River highway intersection.
Mayor Jameson and Fire Chief Wright were part of a Global News story on Hay River released today. The Mayor was also part of a press availability last night for the NWT at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoJBXIeoloI . The Mayors briefing can be seen at the 16:44 mark.
The NWT and Hay River have started working on re-entry and recovery plans with municipalities for use at the appropriate time. Plans are also in place for evacuation of essential and support personnel if required.
Resources
- NWT residents and evacuees can call 811 in the territory and 1-844-259-1793 out of territory to ask questions about evacuation.
- Alberta Evacuees – https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section. Please register at the local centre listed to have hotel costs covered or call 310-4455 in Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily) or 1-877-770-4636 from outside Alberta (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily)
- NWT Evacuee Registration – http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac AND in the host evacuee centres.
- Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
- Canada Employment Insurance Information – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
- GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Program – https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuee-income-disruption-support-program
- GNWT Income Assistance – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html?fbclid=IwAR3LXxB21q5KgdailPrdp18G89A7wzhILqhVx4qSG6aZ_PtYvPs8emVGc1U
- Supports for First Nations and Inuit evacuees is available from Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1686078907307/1686078925161#sec3
August 22, 2023 10AM Update
The fire activity has picked up recently with the warmer dry air and will be challenging in the coming days. Temperatures are forecast as high as 28 degrees celcius going into the weekend. The fire remains 8 kilometres to the south of Hay River proper. Structural protection continues to be put in place in KFN and there is no risk for that community at this time.
Cats continue to build protection on the east side of the river across from Paradise Gardens, from the gun range to the rail and then north from the gun range. Approximately 9 to 10 kilometres of tightlining, supported by Ontario and military crews, have been completed with an eventual goal of 30 to 40 kilometres.
An ignition plan is in place and training has been ongoing to operate the pump protections systems. Shelter in Place procedures have also been drafted to protect essential personnel if required. Hay River Fire crews have also been practicing “Bump and Run” exercises to address any flare ups. Fire crews from Saskatchewan and Manitoba will be arriving today by air.
NorthwestTel completed repairs to the long distance issue in Hay River yesterday and continue to fine tune their fibre line. All utilities continue to be functional for the emergency efforts. The check stop remains in place and highways continue to have sporadic closures due to fire conditions.
Preliminary joint planning work for reentry and recovery procedures is now occurring at GNWT and town levels.
Resources
- Alberta Evacuees – https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section. Please register at the local centre listed to have hotel costs covered.
- NWT Evacuee Registration – http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac AND in the host evacuee centres.
- Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
- Canada Employment Insurance Information – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
- GNWT Evacuee Income Disruption Program – https://www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/services/evacuee-income-disruption-support-program
- GNWT Income Assistance – https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html?fbclid=IwAR3LXxB21q5KgdailPrdp18G89A7wzhILqhVx4qSG6aZ_PtYvPs8emVGc1U
10:00AM August 21, 2023 Update
Light and variable winds continued yesterday with warm temperatures and reduced relative humidity contributing to fire flare ups. Yesterday the fire picked up in a few locations including the south perimeter which did close Highway 1 intermittently. The southeast area saw increased fire activity causing higher smoke coverage. The Ontario fire crew of 20 are on the ground working today at a few locations. 80 eager military personnel have been deployed to support this crew. Consideration to add to this number will be assessed in the coming days. 20 Saskatchewan firefighters are due to land tomorrow.
Dozers have been deployed for work around Kakisa. Paradise Cat Guard is continuing to be constructed with Ontario and Military crews finishing up blacklining behind them. Crews continue to deal with hotspots in Enterprise and Paradise Gardens today. The Structural Task force did assessments and ran the fire protection system for 4 hours yesterday as they will each day. Additional resources including sprinklers have been brought in to support extra structural support including at KFN. Yesterday crews went to Heart Lake to protect structures from a fire that came up in that area.
Tomorrow winds will pick up gusting to 50kmh. Crews will be practicing “Bump and Run” drills in advance of the expected increased fire activities to be prepared.
NWTel has issues with long distance land lines in Hay River and are working to repair today. Highways will have intermittent closures on Highway 1 depending on fire activity. The airport remains very busy and additional flights will be coming in tomorrow with crews. RCMP continue to support the roadblock and do patrols with 5 members. 3 paramedics continue to support emergency crews. All long-term care patients’ relatives have been contacted with information about their loved ones.
The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/public-safety. The best resources for evacuees in Alberta is at https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section.
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
10AM August 20, 2023 Update
NWT ECC and Hay River Fire Department are indicating that given the fire status and forecast the evacuation will last weeks not days with assessments done weekly.
The best resources for evacuees in Alberta is at https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section. Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac AND at a local evacuee centre as listed in https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation. The local evacuee station will organize resources and paid accommodation for you.
Yesterday the southeast area of the fire flared up and was addressed by aircraft. Today light northerly winds will keep smoke out of the Hay River area and allow aircraft to continue their work. The new crew of 20 from Ontario was deployed yesterday and the 100 military personnel that are arriving are being fitted out with equipment to be deployed shortly. Dozers have been working on the area between the gun range and railway bed with more equipment being added tomorrow. Structural protection crews were blacklining along the highway yesterday until the winds picked up. The crews then focused on saving and protecting power poles which will be in short supply across Canada. Suppression work in Paradise Gardens was underway, addressing hot spots and putting fire suppression in place. Today there will be 2 crews in to finish up. Riverwoods now has protection in place. Today, protection crews will run sprinklers for 4 hours to increase relative humidity in the areas and then assess and adjust any fire suppression required at KFN.
A roadblock is now in place at the highway heading to Hay River at Enterprise to restrict traffic to required emergency personnel only. All utility services remain functioning and RCMP continue to be a presence in the community.
The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/public-safety. The best resources for evacuees in Alberta is at https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
10AM August 19, 2023 Update
It is important to note that Hay River is not safe to return to. There are no food, gas, health or any other general services available. Crews that are here are focused on fire activities and cannot provide other support. The upcoming weather forecast is for warm, dry days that present an increased risk for fire growth.
Cloud cover yesterday helped keep the moisture from the previous rain in. There were some flare ups that were handled. Cloud cover is expected again today but the relative humidity is dropping. Winds are expected at 15kmh gusting to 30 from the North. The weather moving forward will be dryer and warmer increasing fire risk.
Yesterday heavy equipment worked along the east side of the river and on the west side from the gun range heading toward town. The 20 firefighters from Ontario will be deployed today. Yesterday Hay River Fire set up further protection at Delancey. They will be working the fire from the highway putting out hot spots today as well as suppression and hot spots in Enterprise. Morale amongst the crew remains high.
NorthWestTel has been able to get the repair teams to restore some or all connectivity for voice and data services to Fort Resolution, Enterprise, Hay River, High Level and Fort Smith. Imperial continues to move fuel to support crews. Northland Utilities continues to provide utilities and will assess infrastructure in Enterprise today. RCMP continue to do proactive patrols with few incidents being reported. Hay River Health are maintaining 3 paramedics for support to emergency crews.
Highway staff are still patrolling highways with less traffic and will be assisting moving trees from the powerline areas. Check stops are being set up in Enterprise to screen traffic coming into Hay River.
Alberta’s large centers are very close to capacity but have capacity in Valleyview, Fox Creek, Whitecourt and Lac La Biche which are closer than Edmonton. It is important for evacuees to register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac even if they have accommodations so that organizations can assess capacity requirements and determine where residents are located.
The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/public-safety. The best resources for evacuees in Alberta is at https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
August 18, 2023 10:00AM Update
Yesterday was a positive day for fire activity supported by 6 and 11mm of rain. Heavy equipment was working on the east side of the Hay River across from Paradise Gardens to reduce risk in that area. The Electra’s and 802 aircraft were able to fly and make progress. The north winds helped push the fire back on itself restricting growth and providing opportunities to make progress on it. Hay River Fire completed fire smarting and sprinkler lines in Delancy. Health has confirmed all patients and long term care residents are out of the community and is working on a list of locations that persons have been taken to.
The forecast today is for overcast and cooler temperatures which will give crews time to make progress on the fire. 100 military personnel will be flying in today along with 100 that are driving. Heavy equipment will be focusing on tightlining the fire on the west side closer to Kakisa. Crews will also be confirming that the fire measures in place in Kakisa are still working.
There are no planned evacuation flights today. NWT Infrastructure have staff on highways 24 hours supporting people getting to Steen River. The roads are gridlocked and roadblocks are in place for closed sections of highways. Hay River Fire is working on suppressing fires and hotspots back from the highway today. RCMP continue their patrols of the Town of Hay River.
Water and sewer infrastructure remains functional along with electricity. NWTel will have repair crews coming into Enterprise to try to get services up in the next few days.
Updates on this afternoon and evenings fire activity and conditions can be found on ECC’s NWT Fire Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo
The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/public-safety. The best resources for evacuees in Alberta is at https://www.alberta.ca/northwest-territories-wildfire-evacuation under the South Slave section
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM.
6:30PM August 17, 2023 Update
An evacuee flight left Hay River this afternoon with 17 persons onboard arriving in Lloydminster. No additional passenger flights have been scheduled at this time. An estimate of 200+ people remain in Hay River aside from essential personnel. The Hay River Airport has been designated as a defendable shelter in place location for remaining residents and essential workers.
There were light winds today and little growth on the fires edge. There was a small amount of rain so far today with winds increasing out of the north this evening. Water bombers and helicopters have been working on the west flank of the fire. Hay River Fire will be putting out hot spots on the highway and remain prepared if needed in other areas. Updates on this afternoon and evenings fire activity and conditions can be found on ECC’s NWT Fire Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NWTFireinfo
The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/public-safety. The most up to date information for all evacuees is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/evacuee-reception-centres .
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gov.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM. The Northwest Territories is organizing a crisis line for other communities in the NWT.
10AM August 17, 2023 Update
Conditions in the Hay River area remain erratic, making it challenging to predict road conditions. The most up to date information about road conditions and more is at: Public Safety | Government of Northwest Territories . The most up to date information for all evacuees is at: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/evacuee-reception-centres . Those in the Hay River should refer to the South Slave sections.
An evacuation flight is being organized out of Hay River. Those that require evacuation should go to the airport immediately for further information and to shelter in place.
Yesterday the fire picked up at 3pm but has had little progression overnight. Air Tankers have been able to address hot spots. All of Hay River has been fire smarted except Old Town which is in progress today. Crews continue to tightline the fire and building an additional fire break for Delancey. The fire is currently 2.6km from Delancey and 11 kilometres from Hay River proper.
Today winds are light and variable until 1pm when they will change to 10 km/h gusting 30 and increasing gusts to 47 km/h tonight coming out of the north. There is a prediction of 7 to 15 mm of rain today.
20 firefighters have arrived from Saskatchewan today and an Ontario group is planned. With most of the fire smarting and structure protection complete the Hay River Fire department is ready to deploy as needed on short notice.
Evacuees should register in the NWT system at: http://www.gove.nt.ca/form/evac . Updates are available on the Town of Hay River Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Townofhayriver/ or the Town of Hay River Website at https://hayriver.com/2023
The Hay River Emergency Management Information Line is available at 1 833-699-0188 between 8AM and 10PM. The Northwest Territories is organizing a crisis line for other communities in the NWT.
Fires have led to property and structural loss in the area of Paradise Gardens south through Enterprise. The highway from Hay River to Enterprise remains closed with fires in that area. There are no known fires within Hay River north of Patterson’s Road. Remaining residents are instructed to evacuate through the Hay River airport. Flights are scheduled to depart through the night with a destination of Fort McMurray.
There have been no reported or suspected injuries or loss of life within Hay River. Winds are now calm and we hope to see limited growth into the community overnight.
215 people were flown this evening from Hay River to Grande Prairie. In addition healthcare patients were transported via other flight services.
NWTel data and voice services remain down. Emergency services have established limited coms through other providers. Emergency staff are communicating on the ground with public with message to evacuate by air travel.
A scheduled update from the Town of Hay River will occur at 9am unless conditions change.
Main NWTel data and voice communications to Hay River have been compromised. This will limit emergency communication to the public.
Those in Hay River should muster at the Hay River Airport. Air transportation is being arranged for this evening.
7:15pm Update
A fire has started near Paradise Gardens and Garden Road impacting outbound traffic from Hay River to Enterprise. Hay River residents should evacuate to the Hay River airport for transport by air.
If there becomes a need to shelter in place, the Hay River Airport is the designated location. A notice will be sent out to shelter in place if required.
5:35pm Update
- Evacuees heading to the reception centre in Grande Prairie should be directed to the Alliance Church, 15502 102 St, Grande Prairie AB T8X 0J6
- Alberta Emergency is currently working with the local authorities of High Level and Peace River to establish registration centres in both communities to provide information to evacuees who may settle in those communities (i.e., to stay with friends/family/have self-arranged accommodations)
- Air transportation out of Hay River has been coordinated and those with special health needs have been transported. More flights are scheduled to arrive tonights. Those who still require transport out of the community can go to the airport
Alberta Transport contractor has setup fuel services at Steen River for those that require fuel. They will also be sending staff north on the highway with jerry cans for those who require.
Host Community has been designated as Grande Prairie, Alberta. Evacuees should proceed to there. More details will follow.
Evacuation Order – Hay River, NT
August 13, 2023
3:00pm
An Evacuation Order is being issued for all of Hay River, NT due to the risk of a wildfire from the Kakisa-Enterprise area (SS052). Evacuees should travel to Alberta at this time. Evacuation host communities will be announced later. The fire is expected to reach Highway 1 this afternoon and is currently approximately 60km from the Hay River community. There is a heightened risk of the wildfire progressing towards the Hay River community as early as tonight. For those individuals requiring assistance evacuating please contact 833-699-0188 or go to the Hay River Community Centre. Go to https://hayriver.com/2023-wildfire-updates/ for more updates.
The Town of Hay River is removing the Evacuation Alert status effective 4:00 PM Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The risk from the recent fire has been reduced and the fire has been in “Being Held” since May 26, 2023 while crews continue to address the remaining hot spots. The support services including the Hay River Regional Health Centre have been restored to normal operations and the Town of Hay River has instituted Fire Smart measures to further reduce risk.
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Financial Supports – May 24, 2023
Mayor and Council have been lobbying the Northwest Territories Government for compensation for individuals impacted by the wildfire. The Town will share any decisions and information as it becomes available.
Impacted businesses can apply similar to last years event under the ITI Seed Funding for operational support at https://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/en/SEED . Gift cards including gas cards are available at the Yellowknife reception centre.
United Way in combination with the NWT have made available Rapid Response grants up to $2,500 for registered charities supporting those impacted in Hay River and the Katlodeeche First Nation. Applications for non-profit groups looking to support their membership are at http://nwt.unitedway.ca/fires . The Hay River Animal Welfare Society and Hay River Animal Shelter have each secured $2,500 microgrants to help pet owners offset pet care costs while evacuated.
The Town of Hay River has applied for funding from the United Way for similar efforts in supporting evacuees.
Residents are encouraged to contact insurance providers to access funding available in their policies. Additionally, banks may provide the opportunity to adjust payment schedules.
The Town of Hay River staff are providing assistance to organizations in accessing funding.
More details will be released as soon as they are made available.
Information agents are available at 1-833- 699-0188.
Town officials met this morning, Wednesday, the 24th of May, 2023, and decided to open the Town of Hay River for residents’ return tomorrow, Thursday, May 25, 2023. The Emergency Evacuation Order will be reduced to an Evacuation Alert. Conditions are still not without risk, but the Town recognizes the offsetting impact and risks to residents being away from their homes. There is a brief period of time needed to assess critical infrastructure and allow essential staff to return before the town is open on Thursday morning.
The Town of Hay River is still not suitable for those with special health care needs to return. Additionally, members of the Katlodeeche First Nation will have a separate plan in consideration of the extensive damage to their home. Those with Special Health Needs are advised to delay their re-entry to allow for full restoration of their support services and risk reduction.
The fire will continue to have flare ups and smoke throughout the summer. The threat of an evacuation in the future will remain through the fire season.
The Mayor and Council appreciate residents’ sacrifices during this time. Countless people have relentlessly worked to ensure there has been no damage to your homes or properties and are excited for you to return.
Information agents are available at 1-833- 699-0188.
For full details on the re-entry plan click here.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 23, 2023 10:30 AM
The Town of Hay River will be hosting a public meeting on the wildfire in the area of the community at 4pm today, Tuesday May 23, 2023. The GNWT’s Department of Environment and Climate Change will present an update on the fire and planned firefighting activities and the town will provide an overview of the re-entry plan. The meeting will be online on the Town of Hay River YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@townofhayriver965/streams . A link will be provided on the Town Facebook page. The meeting is planned to be broadcast at the Yellowknife Multiplex reception centre and at the Enterprise community hall. Submit your questions by text or email to townhall@hayriver.com.
The RCMP were able to locate the missing person last night and return him to his family.
The Mayor and Council of Hay River are continuing to lobby the NWT for financial assistance for evacuees recognizing that many have had to pay costs and lose work. As any information becomes available it will be communicated. The Town will be sharing a listing of financial support programs that are currently available.
Hay River Fire crews and RCMP continue to have 24-hour coverage. The Town of Hay River has been working on fire smart measures to continue to reduce the risk of fire in Hay River. The road into Hay River remains closed and there remains a smoke and fire risk to Highway 5. To see the highway conditions go to @GNWT_INF on Twitter or https://www.dot.gov.nt.ca/Highways
To speak to a reception agent for more information call 1-833- 699-0188. Next Town issued update is at 10:30 AM Wednesday, May 24, 2023 or as needed.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 22, 2023 10:30 AM
The Town of Hay River will be providing an update from its Community Emergency Management Committee once daily at 10:30AM and as required. The Town will share the twice daily NWT Fire updates which will provide specific details of the fire and activities associated with fighting it. Fire crews today are planning activities on the East, South East, and North East perimeters of the fire. Dozers will continue fire break work along the KFN access road and into other protection areas. Favourable cool temperatures will help to support today’s work. The fire is still categorized as Out of Control.
The Town and the GNWT are organizing a virtual public meeting to update on fire conditions, supports and answer questions. Details will come out over the next day or two with a focus on having the meeting as soon as possible.
Picture of local musicians providing entertainment to evacuees.
The Mayor and Council of Hay River are continuing to lobby the NWT for financial assistance for evacuees recognizing that many have had to pay costs and lose work. As any information becomes available it will be communicated. The Town will be sharing a listing of financial support programs that are currently available.
Last night 1 evacuee from Hay River and 3 evacuees from Enterprise travelled via bus to Yellowknife. Approximately 1,300 people are registered through Yellowknife and 544 via Hay River with numbers from Fort Providence and other locations still to be counted.
Work on a re-entry plan is ongoing to be able to bring people back as soon as the NWT ECC and other emergency officials indicate it is safe to do so. The plan considers the fact that it will take most of the summer to completely put out the fire and there will be variable levels of risks associated with unknown weather and other conditions during that time. Other essential organizations will be developing and aligning their opening plans with towns re-entry plan. The Town and KFN are coordinating reentry plans for the two communities.
Hay River Fire crews and RCMP continue to have 24-hour coverage. The Town of Hay River has been working on fire smart measures to continue to reduce the risk of fire in Hay River. The road into Hay River remains closed and there remains a smoke and fire risk to Highway 5. To see the highway conditions go to @GNWT_INF on Twitter or https://www.dot.gov.nt.ca/Highways
To speak to a reception agent for more information call 1-833- 699-0188.
Next Town issued update is at 10:30 AM Tuesday, May 23, 2023 or as needed.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 21, 2023 5:00 PM
NWT ECC is anticipating being able to provide a forecast for when a return may happen toward the end of this coming week. Evacuees can plan on a minimum of 5 to 6 days before a return is possible.
The northwest section of the fire by the KFN old village is reported to be stabilized. Five crews are working along the west side of the fire, putting in a cat guard that is intended to go all the way to Highway 5 when complete. Crews continue to work along the south side of the fire which is approximately 7 kilometres long and includes dense, swampy and hot. The southeast corner which is a hot spot was being handled by air today. Crews have been working on cutting a route in to access the fire from the south with equipment. ECC is concerned with the risk of the fire breaching the NE corner and returning around the south of the fire into new burn with limited protection for Hay River. Test burns around the NE corner produced unfavourable results due to very dry conditions.
There is an increase in capacity brought in for the small air tankers to be able to operate them almost continuously.
The risk of the fire expanding still remains high. Winds tonight will be 15 gusting to 25 from the North to Northeast which will put pressure on the hot southern edge of the fire. Winds will continue the same tomorrow with a reduced high of 14.
Hay River Fire crews and RCMP continue to have 24 hour coverage. The road into Hay River remains closed and there remains a smoke and fire risk to Highway 5. To see the highway conditions go to @GNWT_INF on Twitter or https://www.dot.gov.nt.ca/Highways
It is important that those concerned that someone is entering their home without permission call the RCMP directly and not post on Facebook. This will get a response when needed. The number directly is 867-874-4111. There have been several reports of bears in the Hay River and Enterprise areas. Please contact ECC directly at 867-875-7640.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 10:30 AM Monday, May 22, 2023 or as the situation changes.
A controlled ignition was executed by ECC on the NE perimeter near Sandy Creek Lodge with the aim to protect structures and limit uncontrolled growth of fire. Work on the south control lines was undertaken to strengthen defense system with winds expected to shift to a north direction tomorrow. Dozers worked to enhance the protection line and remove fuel along the KFN access road. Work was completed by the Department of Infrastructure along highway 5 right away that included scarifying in areas between the Kátł’odeh Bridge (Pine Point bridge) and Sandy Creek.
Fire smarting activity opened a fire break behind Miron Place that will reduce risks and provide access to fire fighting equipment for actioning any spot fires. Parks Canada’s Trident wildland protection system was deployed today in the Fraser Place subdivision area. The system will be used to soak area to reduce chance of spot fires in the densely wooded area. The system can be easily transported to emerging risk areas. Cover material was applied to areas of the landfill. Work will be ongoing through the weekend.
An exit plan out of the community for the Community Emergency Management Committee and essential workers has been developed and is being communicated to organizations in case required. A Backup Emergency Control Centre has been established. Northland Utilities has deployed a mobile genset for Enterprise in case of power loss to Hay River generation system.
The fire status remains at ‘out of control’ and is approximately 3000 hectares in size. HRFD will continue to provide 24 hour monitoring in Hay River.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information. Evacuees can register through this number. Those evacuees in Yellowknife should register at the Multiplex.
Next update at 10:30am Sunday, May 21st or as the situation changes.
WILDFIRES COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 20, 2023; 10:30am
Firefighting crews had good success yesterday with managing the wildfire. There was some moderate growth on the active burn area on the eastern and southern edges. Dozers widened the access road into KFN which will provide protection to Hay River. Heavy smoke conditions were observed overnight in the area including highway 5 with cooling temperatures.
Moderate winds from the SE today are expected with warming temperatures. Decent conditions are expected for fighting the fire with fire pushing back on burnt areas but may experience some flares. Dozers will continue to work on the south perimeter and in widening access road to KFN. ECC will be looking into potential ignition operations on SE perimeter.
No ignitions occurred within Hay River yesterday or overnight. HRFD continues to provide 24 hour monitoring of the community. Fire smarting has occurred on the east side of Morin Place. Cover material and protection to landfill is ongoing. A Trident sprinkler system from Parks Canada is expected to arrive and be deployed today within Hay River. HRFD will support deployment. 90% of properties along McBryan Drive and Miron Drive have had roof top sprinklers deployed. Residential water tanks on Mile 5 have been filled for proactive purposes. Sprinkler systems will be relocated into areas of risk with changes in fire conditions.
Six residents were transported from Hay River to Yellowknife yesterday by shuttle. The checkpoint reported additional people evacuating from Hay River. Transportation out of Hay River is scheduled for 12pm today at the Hay River Community Centre.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information. Evacuees can register through this number. Those evacuees in Yellowknife should register at the Multiplex.
Next update at 5:00pm Saturday, May 20, 2023 or as the situation changes.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 19, 2023 5:00 PM
Fire activity was less than anticipated due to lighter than predicted wind speeds, overcast conditions and a small amount of precipitation. The improved conditions allowed further work on the south cat guard and widening of the KFN road to the south to act as a fire break. The fire has not reached highway 5 as predicted this morning. Flare ups on the northern area near the KFN old village were managed with helicopter support.
The Hay River branch of Incident Control is now established for operations to support the NWT ECC with the HRFD Fire Chief as head. A Trident sprinkler system with crew from Parks Canada will be arriving tomorrow for setup on Hay River side for prevention. Approximately 90% of riverfront property homes located on McBryan and Miron Drive were protected with roof mounted sprinklers by Town of Hay River staff.
Tree removal behind Morin Place had begun as a fire break. The Kakisa tug boat with a water cannon will be available to be deployed on the river, if required.
Six people were evacuated from Hay River today by bus. The checkpoint reported many other people evacuating.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 10:30 AM Saturday, May 20, 2023 or as the situation changes.
HAY RIVER IMPORTANT EVACUATION UPDATE May 19, 2023 10:45 AM
Bus service will be available to remaining citizens in Hay River to evacuate. The bus will be leaving at noon and 2pm, today, May 19, 2023 to shuttle people from Hay River to Enterprise. Arrangements will be made to move people from there to Yellowknife. The community centre is available and 1-833- 699-0188) is available for general assistance and transportation information.
It is critical that those remaining in Hay River evacuate.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 19, 2023 10:30 AM
Fire conditions were very challenging yesterday but there was no further impact to buildings in either community. Today, north winds are gusting from the north at 50 to 60 kilometres causing thick black smoke and an extreme fire risk. NWT ECC crews are working to protect the west bank of the Hay River and the Hay River Fire Department (HRFD) is working to protect properties from the downtown south. Crews will turn on residential sprinklers initially along McBryan as needed and progress south.
The fire is forecast to reach Highway 5 at some point today. Crews will initially pilot cars through the smoke while it is safe, with a strong possibility of eventual closure.
Buses are being set up for noon and 2pm to evacuate remaining residents in Hay River. They will be initially shuttled to Enterprise and arrangements are being made to take them to Yellowknife. The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 5:00 PM Friday, May 19, 2023 or as the situation changes.
South Slave Camper evacuees will not be asked to leave the campgrounds over the next few days as ITI has cancelled any reservations that were made prior to the fire event.
The Hay River Regional Health Centre ER is open to first responders only. Mental health services for Hay River though will be coming online very soon. The NWT has been working on the eventual transportation options for return.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information. Information will be updated on the Wildfire Updates page of the town website at https://hayriver.com/2023-wildfire-updates/ as it is made available.
Next update at 10:30 AM Friday, May 19, 2023.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 17, 2023 5:00PM
Information will be updated on the Wildfire Updates page of the town website at https://hayriver.com/2023-wildfire-updates/ as it is made available.
Heavy smoke is anticipated the rest of today and tomorrow. Extremely hot and dry weather led to increased fire activity and ash to both communities.
The Hay River Regional Health Facility emergency is open to first responders only.
Grocery cards have been issued to those evacuees at the Yellowknife Multiplex.
In Hay River, the NWT ECC continues to work to contain the uncontrolled fire with a focus on impact to the Kátł’odeeche community structures and homes. 11 crews and 120 people are in camp working on the fire with a heavy air presence.
Hay River is still closed with the road check station in place. Transportation has been provided for those in Hay River and Enterprise to go to the Yellowknife reception centre to access all services. Within Hay River the Regional Health Centre is closed, there is no air ambulance service, all other services remain closed. The resources that are in place in the municipality are focused on the fire event.
All buildings and property in Hay River have not been impacted by the fire. RCMP continue to be a strong 24-hour presence.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 10:30 AM Wednesday, May 18, 2023.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 17, 2023 10:30AM
Information will be updated on the Wildfire Updates page of the town website at https://hayriver.com/2023-wildfire-updates/ as it is made available.
The Yellowknife evacuation centre has 896 registered evacuees and 298 staying at the multiplex. Evacuees are provded meals, social services, mental health support and Hay River is working to provide additional care and comfort options given the duration of the fire event.
In Hay River, the NWTECC is working to contain the uncontrolled fire with a focus on impact to the Kátł’odeeche community structures and homes. 100 people are in camp working on the fire, with Hay River and Kátł’odeeche First Nation fire support.
Hay River is still closed with the road check station in place. Transportation has been provided for those in Hay River and Enterprise to go to the Yellowknife reception centre to access all services. Within Hay River the Regional Health Centre is closed, there is no air ambulance service, all other services remain closed. The resources that are in place in the municipality are focused on the fire event.
All buildings and property in Hay River have not been impacted by the fire. RCMP continue to be a strong 24-hour presence. The 911 service is back online.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 5:00 PM Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 16, 2023 7:00PM
Photo courtesy of Krista Mom
Crews have been working on building a perimeter around the uncontrolled fire, in an effort to gain control of it. The risk for fire and heavy smoke is still high with the variable wind conditions. There has been no damage to property or buildings in Hay River. Smaller aircraft and helicopters have been dumping water all afternoon and the larger Lockheed Electras will start dropping later today.
It is still unsafe to return, and residents should plan on staying away from Hay River for at least the next 2 to 3 days. Staff are actively working on care and comfort support for evacuees and to provide contact information for resources. Mayor Jameson and Councillor Bouchard have visited the evacuees in the Enterprise area. Councillor Chambers has been liaising with the Yellowknife centre visiting workers and evacuees. The Town of Hay River is very appreciative to the many communities that are hosting our evacuees and have offered support to our community members.
Mayor and Council recognize that it has been challenging for people housed in arenas and other facilities, and people are keen to get home. Please know that Council and staff are continuing to work hard to keep the community safe and progress toward residents returning.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 10:30AM Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
COMMUNITY NOTICE – May 16, 2023 11:30AM
The Town of Hay River has received an update from NWT Environment and Climate Change who are managing the fire. The fire is still uncontrolled at this stage which indicates a high risk of wildfire in Hay River with shifting winds. This echoes the conditions that occurred yesterday. Crews continue to work to get the fire under control. A wind shift later tonight will also produce very poor air quality what will impact those with respiratory and health issues.
Mayor and Council recognize that it has been challenging for people housed in arenas and other facilities, and people are keen to get home. We thank all the communities that have offered support for evacuees, patients and workers, making them feel welcome and supported.
It is still unsafe to return. The Regional Health Centre is still closed as well as all services and amenities in the community. Staff are actively working on a plan for residents to return safely if we receive positive news in the next few days.
The information line remains available (1-833- 699-0188) for general assistance and transportation information.
Next update at 3:00PM
Registration Centre doors will close at 10PM for the evening. Evacuees should check in by that time. Doors will reopen at 8AM for breakfast.
An evacuation order has been issued for KFN. There is no risk to Hay River at this time. Hay River has been designated as a host community. Hay River Community Centre will be accepting evacuees through their reception centre. The registration centre will provide basic accommodation, health services and recreation to evacuees that are staying.
May 25, 2023 10:30 AM – Hay River Update
Last night, Environment and Climate Change(ECC) assigned a status of “being held” to the KFN area fire. Through this status ECC does not anticipate the fire to grow under expected conditions and controls. Firefighting crews will continue to work the active fire to achieve an “under control” status. The Town of Hay River remains under an Evacuation Alert.
In accordance with the Town’s reopening plan, the general public may return to Hay River today, Thursday May 25th, at 12:00pm. Those identified in the plan with special health needs are advised to not return until the Evacuation Alert is lifted. For information on transportation to Hay River, please contact 1-833-699-0188. Hay River continues communication with the Kátł’odeeche First Nation leadership on their reopening plan.
Hay River Mayor and Council continue to lobby the NWT government for additional financial support for evacuees. The available resources that are available will be posted on the Town website and updated on Facebook if they become available.
Hay River Public Works have been working to restore Town utilities. Residents returning home should run all taps in their house for 5 minutes to flush their system prior to drinking any water. The landfill is open and there are dumpsters available outside of the fence after hours for residential waste only. Garbage pickup will return to normal service beginning Friday May 26th. Residents are encouraged to fire smart their properties upon return to the community. The Town will share information on good fire smartening practices. A new date for Curbside Community Cleanup will be announced shortly.
Information agents remain available at 1-833- 699-0188 from 8am to 8pm each day.
May 2023 Fire Pictures
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