Evacuation Order and Alert

Updated - August 9, 2024 - 12:54 p.m.

Saddle Hills County has issued an Evacuation Alert due to wildfires burning in Saddle Hills County. While the Alberta Emergency Alert is no longer active, the Evacuation Alert is still in place, as detailed below.

Saddle Hills County has issued an Evacuation Alert due to Wildfire GWF077, burning south of Highway 49, in the Gordondale area. This fire is considered Out of Control at 159 ha, although there is no immediate threat to any structures in the area.

Residents and visitors south of Township Road 790, between Range Road 102 and Range Road 111, should be prepared to evacuate on short notice, if required. Please gather all important documentation, medications and medical equipment, and any necessary items for yourself, family members, and pets for up to 72 hours. 

This Evacuation Alert will remain in place until the fire is considered sufficiently controlled. 

Fire Restriction in Effect

As of July 29, 2024, a FIRE RESTRICTION is in place for Saddle Hills County and the Grande Prairie Forest Protection Area. Fire Permits may be restricted or suspended, as required.

Under a Fire Restriction, safe wood campfires are allowed on public lands, in a designated campground, in backyard firepits, and on private lands.

AgTalk - Mental Health Support

AgTalk, from The Do More Agriculture Foundation, is a peer-to-peer support platform, powered by Togetherall and designed for individuals in the Canadian agriculture industry.

AgTalk provides a safe and anonymous space where individuals 16+ can connect, share, and receive support from a community of peers who understand their unique experiences. With 24/7 clinical moderation, the platform ensures a secure environment for open discussions on mental health in both English and French. 

Agriculture is an industry with a foundation of deep rural roots, hard work, resilience, strength and community. In order to uphold that image, those traits can also be the industry’s weakness as they become barriers for speaking up and seeking help. Those in the Canadian agriculture industry are among the most vulnerable when it comes to mental health issues. Stress, anxiety, depression, emotional exhaustion and burnout are all high in the industry. By collaborating with the entire industry and those working to address the state of mental health in Agriculture, AgTalk aims to make a substantial impact.

AgTalk regularly host virtual events to allow participants to learn and support each other through their mental health journeys.

Learn more and sign up at www.domore.ag/agtalk 

More Information:

Agricultural Services

Agricultural Services Board, Agricultural Societies, Outreach and Extension Programs, Research Partnerships, Tree Resources, VSI, Weed and Pest Control

Community Groups

Community Groups and Organizations, Programs, Clubs, and Volunteer Recognition 

Community Support Programs

Grants and bursaries, subsidies, Christmas Hampers, FCSS, and home support services

Saddle Hills County Health Clinic

Contact Us

Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

Sign up to our Newsletter

Stay up to date on the Saddle Hills activities, events, programs and operations by subscribing to our eNewsletters.

Subscribe

This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.