Lessard Lake Estates Wildfire Update

The County has provided a Lessard Lake Estates wildfire update effective Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 10:00 am.

 

What's New

In the late afternoon and into the evening of Monday, May 8 the County initiated contact via telephone with the entire list of 197 Lessard Lake Estates property owners.

We are developing the re-entry plan and will be implementing access in phases. Each Lessard Lake Estates property owner will be informed as to which phase their property is in. This will allow for re-energizing of power with Fortis as well as limit the amount of incoming traffic to the subdivision.

The County appreciates your patience; we understand you’re anxious to get back to your property. Please know that we are working very hard to get you access within the next 48 hours.

 

The County reminds all residents that a Fire Ban and an ATV/UTV Ban (including dirt bikes) remains in effect.

If you see smoke or fire, please call 9-1-1 to report the location.

All updates and directives related to the wildfires will continue to be posted to the County website and Facebook page. Residents who visit CountyConnect.ca and opt in to the County’s emergency notification system can also receive wildfire status updates via text, email or voice message.


Prior Wildfire Update Issued Sunday, May 7 at 6:00 pm:

All updates and directives related to the wildfires will continue to be posted to the County website and Facebook page. Residents who visit CountyConnect.ca and opt in to the County’s emergency notification system can also receive wildfire status updates via text, email or voice message.


Prior Wildfire Update Issued Saturday, May 6 at 10:00 pm:

All updates and directives related to the wildfires will continue to be posted to the County website and Facebook page. Residents who visit CountyConnect.ca and opt in to the County’s emergency notification system can also receive wildfire status updates via text, email or voice message.


Prior Wildfire Update Issued Friday, May 5 at 10:00 pm:

All updates and directives related to the wildfires will continue to be posted to the County website and Facebook page. Residents who visit CountyConnect.ca and opt in to the County’s emergency notification system can also receive wildfire status updates via text, email or voice message.


Prior Wildfire Update Issued Friday, May 5 at 10:00 pm:

A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for for residents from Rge Rd 51 to Rge Rd 60 between TwpRd 553 and TwpRd 560 — except north of Lessard Lake.

All residents in the MANDATORY EVACUATION AREA are required to leave immediately and not return home until further notice. Proceed to the Mayerthorpe Diamond Centre UPDATE: Reception centre closed. Any affected resident with questions or requiring assistance is encouraged to contact the County Administration Office at 780.785.3411 (toll-free 1.866.880.5722) or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

All residents in the EVACUATION WARNING AREA must remain prepared to evacuate on very short notice. Prepare to be away for 72 hours.

We will provide you with further updates as we receive more information. Please continue to monitor the County website and social media channels for further updates.

Further Resources

Please report any wildfire to 9-1-1 with exact location to assist Lac Ste. Anne County Fire Personnel in locating and extinguishing these fires in a timely fashion. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Additional information may be found at albertafirebans.ca. For further information, please contact Lac Ste. Anne County Fire Services at 780.785.3411 (toll-free 1.866.880.5722) or visit CountyFire.ca.

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