Animal Emergency Task Force

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⚠️ Jasper Wildfire Complex Update: Current as of 4:38 pm ⚠️

🔺 Structural damage update
We know that people are seeing images from Jasper and are anxious for more information about the extent of impacts to the town.

Structural fire protection units are still fighting fires within the town and continue to fight fires moving from one building to another. We appreciate your patience as we work to make conditions in the town safe enough for a detailed assessment to be completed.

Incident Command is able to confirm that all critical infrastructure in Jasper was successfully protected including the hospital, emergency services building, both elementary and junior/senior schools, activity centre and wastewater treatment plant.

Although more time is needed to complete a detailed damage assessment, it is clear that some homes and businesses have been lost.

The most significant structural damage is concentrated on the west side of town, southwest of Miette Avenue. Firefighting efforts have prevented significant damage to much of the infrastructure in the east end of town. Our priority remains protecting structures that have not yet been impacted by fire.

The fire also damaged a number of bridges around the town and throughout the national park, including the Moberly Bridge and the Old Fort Point Bridge. Bridges on the Icefields Parkway will need to be assessed for structural damage as well. These impacts will slow down access to the Maligne Lake and Highway 93 and it will take time for a full damage assessment to take place in these areas.

🔺 Wildfire update
Yesterday, driven by winds with gusts upwards of 100 kilometers an hour, the north and south fire both spread towards the town of Jasper and have merged together. At this time we do not have an updated size.
With today’s rain and cooler temperatures, fire activity is significantly subdued. However, it is important to note that the fire is still out of control and significant work remains before conditions are safe enough to allow for limited re-entry into the park.

Crews are taking advantage of today’s conditions to make progress on containing the fire and the community, before conditions return to hot and dry.

🔺 Disaster response
The Incident Management Team is growing and working in Unified Command with the Municipality of Jasper, now supported by Canada Task Force 2 (CAN-TF2). This is an All Hazards Disaster Response Team with diverse capabilities to support impacted communities across Canada responding to large-scale events, emergencies and disasters.

Canada Task Force 2 is assisting the Municipality of Jasper and Parks Canada to coordinate the response to the wildfire, its impacts to the community, and support our eventual recovery.

We know that the uncertainty makes this crisis even harder to bear. We will continue to provide information as soon as we are able to ensure that this information is accurate and not subject to change given the still dynamic situation.

ℹ️ Another update will be provided today, July 25 before 10 pm.

Photo: July 24, 8:30 pm

We hear that many hotels, motels, and RV parks are at capacity in centres near wildfire evacuation locations.

In an effort to assist wildfire evacuees who have had to flee their homes, we are offering our parking lots for daytime/ overnight RV parking should anyone need temporary space.

Our store washrooms will be available for water and light clean-up during store hours. If you require anything else, please contact a store manager, and we will do our best to help you. The map below shows Western Canada Peavey Mart locations. You can also find them here: https://www.peaveymart.com/location

Also, our friends over at Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies have communicated that they can host livestock trailers, campers and others. Click this link to explore locations they can offer: https://www.albertaagsocieties.ca/2024-ag-society-locations-wild-fire-evacuation-support/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2RqFGq4A0xByZDsKcGAmXWLlY1rRlihLDcf0oO5RsMLeA0ww2aco0fe7c_aem_6QC3oOeDYlHWPbL7Eblkyg

Evacuation Alert lifted for Janvier The Evacuation Alert for the hamlet of Janvier has been lifted. Alberta Wildfire has made significant progress on containing Wildfire LWF-136 (part of the Kettle River Complex) and the much-improved weather conditions will further support those operations.

𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿:

Dear Jasperites,

I write to you today with profound sorrow as we begin to come to terms with the devastating impact of last night’s wildfire that has ravaged our beloved community. The destruction and loss that many of you are facing and feeling is beyond description and comprehension; my deepest sympathies go out to each of you.

Our first priority continues to be your safety and well-being. The Incident Management Team together with responders on the ground, continue to work valiantly to protect our town – our home – and to coordinate supports for evacuees in other communities.

I want to assure you that your Mayor and Councillors are committed to supporting our community through this truly unprecedented challenge and beyond. We will work closely with all levels of government, other organizations, and volunteers to coordinate relief efforts and provide essential resources and information.

Your resilience and strength have always been the backbone of our community. In the coming days and weeks, we will rally together, support one another, and begin the daunting process of recovery.
Please continue to be patient and take care of yourselves and your loved ones.

This experience is tremendously traumatic for each of us and for the community. I encourage you to reach out to your neighbours, colleagues and friends: share your grief; share your pain; stay connected.

Offer a helping hand, a listening ear, a supportive word where you can, and know that we are all in this together.

With unwavering support and resolve,

Mayor Ireland
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Jasper, it’s hard to know where to start, but here are some resources compiled by our team:

𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: It's normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or sad. Some physical symptoms might include headaches, stomach aches, or muscle tension.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽: If you experience severe emotional reactions, such as excessive guilt, anxiety, or thoughts of self-harm, please reach out for professional help.

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗻𝗲𝘀

1. Eat Well and Stay Hydrated: Good nutrition and hydration are crucial for maintaining your energy, focus, and overall health.
2. Stay Active: Gentle physical activities, like walking or stretching, can help relieve stress and improve your mood.
3. Get Enough Rest: Ensure you and your family get adequate sleep to better manage stress and emotions.
4. Practice Relaxation Techniques: Deep breathing exercises can calm your nervous system and help you think more clearly.
Support for Children and Teens
• Limit Media Exposure: Protect children from repeated exposure to distressing news. When they do see or hear about the disaster, discuss it calmly and reassure them.
• Model Positive Coping: Children learn from your reactions.

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝗲:

Encourage Open Communication: Let children express their feelings and ask questions. Answer honestly at a level they can understand.

Maintain Routines: Keeping regular meal and sleep times can provide a sense of normalcy and security.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀:

Psychologists’ Association of Alberta: 3 free sessions with a volunteer psychologist. 1-888-424-0297 | [email protected]

Mental Health Help Line (24/7): 1-877-303-2642

Addiction Help Line: 1-866-332-2322

First Nations & Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310

Crisis Text Line Text: “CONNECT” to 741741

Alberta 211: 211 Alberta is a 24/7 crisis line and single point of contact for digital supports and services near you – no matter where you are in the province. Call or text 'INFO' to 211 or visit ab.211.ca.

Text4hope: Text HOPEAB to 393939 to subscribe.

Health Link: 811

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868, www.KidsHelpPhone.ca

🔥🔥🔥 EVACUATION ORDER SELECT AREAS IN GOLDEN, BC. (MALONE RD, THOMAS RD, PARSON RIVER CROSSING). HIGHWAY 95 is now closed in both directions 🔥🔥🔥

Prepare now and gather your belongings, family and animals and emergency kits now!!

Take your animals and your emergency kits with food, water, carriers, meds and documents for animals.

For farm animals, tag or mark your animals or take photos to ID. Please move them to the safest location with a water supply if you can not take them.

Please watch your local municipalities page.

Emergency Information Update: July 24, 2024 at 6:40 p.m.⁣
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Pursuant to the Emergency and Disaster Management Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Golden and Area Emergency Management Program. A wildfire burning in the Parson area ( ) is causing an immediate danger to life, health and property in Electoral Area A. The EVACUATION ORDER is in effect for the following areas:⁣
•Malone Rd.⁣
•Parson River Crossing FSR⁣
•Thomas Rd.⁣
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Members of the RCMP and Search and Rescue will be expediting the EVACUATION ORDER. Evacuees will not have access to their properties while the Order is in place; therefore, bring your pets and important items with you.⁣
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YOU MUST LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY ⁣
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View the order here: https://www.golden.ca/town-hall/news-notices/evacuation-order-near-parson
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Check if your property is affected by visiting the CSRD Emergency Information Map: https://bit.ly/3zRjzoR ⁣
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Wildfire: Dogtooth FSR⁣
Size: 133 hectares ⁣
Suspected cause: Lightning⁣
Link: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2024&incidentNumber=N21427
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For accurate and timely information regarding wildfires in the Golden area and across the province, visit www.bcwildfire.ca or download the BC Wildfire Service app. For specific questions regarding BC Wildfire operations, contact the BC Wildfire public information line at 1-888-336-7378. ⁣
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For Golden and Area A specific information, monitor the Town of Golden website at www.golden.ca, the Town of Golden’s Facebook and Instagram pages, or local news sources for up-to-date and accurate information. Or sign up for Alertable, our emergency mass notification system, at www.csrd.bc.ca/alertable

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🔥❤️To all those who are working against or affected by the all the fires in Canada ( and worldwide), our thoughts are with you.

Thank you to all the personnel assisting in all forms.
To the Firefighters, thoughts of protection, thanks and hope for reprieve. Please be safe!❤️🔥

To all Be Safe, Be Smart and Be Prepared!

Link to an update about the fire in Jasper

Flames now 5 km from Jasper townsite as 'aggressive' wildfires burn - The Weather Network Fires north and south of townsite have consumed more than 11,000 hectares

🌪️🌪️🌪️ TORNADO WARNING ECKVILLE, RIMBEY LACOMBE,BLACKFALDS, PONOKA AND ALL SOUTH/CENTRAL ALBERTA COMMUNITIES IN THIS AREA 🌪️🌪️🌪️

PREPARE NOW, BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY AS THIS CAN QUICKLY CHANGE TO A WARNING !

DO NOT LEAVE ANY ANIMALS TETHERED OUTDOORS!!!!

Bring people and animals indoors and find a room such as bathroom, basement or most inner room.

For Farm animals, secure and move to the safest area where there is the least likelihood of flying and falling debris

2:27p TORNADO WATCH ISSUED by Environment Canada

DATE: Wednesday, July 24, 2024

(Locations listed below description)

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Strong winds, large hail and heavy rain are also possible.

Thunderstorms may develop in the Foothills later this afternoon. If they develop, they will become severe with very large hail, very strong winds, and a risk of a tornado.

This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather Approaches.

In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions: Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris. Lightning kills and injures canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!

Tornado watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using .

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NEW:

- Camrose Co. near Bashaw and Meeting Creek
- City of Red Deer
- Co. of Paintearth near Halkirk and Big Knife Prov. Park
- Co. of Stettler near Big Valley
- Co. of Stettler near Botha and Gadsby
- Co. of Stettler near Byemoor and Endiang
- Co. of Stettler near Donalda
- Co. of Stettler near Stettler Nevis and Rochon Sands
- Flagstaff Co. near Forestburg and Galahad
- Kneehill Co. near Acme and Linden
- Kneehill Co. near Carbon
- Kneehill Co. near Three Hills
- Kneehill Co. near Torrington and Wimborne
- Kneehill Co. near Trochu and Huxley
- Lacombe Co. near Clive Alix and Mirror
- Lacombe Co. near Eckville
- Lacombe Co. near Lacombe Blackfalds and Bentley
- Mountain View Co. near Carstairs and Stirlingville
- Mountain View Co. near Cremona and Water Valley
- Mountain View Co. near Olds and Didsbury
- Mountain View Co. near Sundre
- Ponoka Co. near Ponoka and Maskwacis
- Red Deer Co. near Elnora Lousana and Delburne
- Red Deer Co. near Penhold Innisfail and Bowden
- Red Deer Co. near Pine Lake
- Red Deer Co. near Spruce View and Red Lodge Prov. Park
- Red Deer Co. near Sylvan Lake and Stephansson House
- Rocky View Co. near Airdrie and Crossfield
- Rocky View Co. near Bottrel and Madden
- Rocky View Co. near Cochrane
- Rocky View Co. near Irricana Beiseker and Kathyrn
- S.A. 2 near Finnegan and Little Fish Lake Prov. Park
- Starland Co. near Michichi and Delia
- Starland Co. near Morrin and Munson
- Starland Co. near Rumsey and Rowley
- Town of Drumheller
- Wheatland Co. near Hwys 569 and 848
- Wheatland Co. near Rockyford and Rosebud

https://instantweather.ca/2024/07/24/Aesz0d-tornado-watch-issued/

🔥🔥🔥 EVACUATION ORDER SELECTED AREA OF MD BIGHORN 🔥🔥🔥

Gather your belongings, family and animals and emergency kits now!!

Take your animals and your emergency kits with food, water, carriers, meds and documents for animals.

For farm animals, tag or mark your animals or take photos to ID. Please move them to the safest location with a water supply if you can not take them.

Please watch your local municipalities page

7:58 p.m. July 23rd, 2024

There is an out of control wildfire approximately 25km west of Water Valley. All persons in the Area of Closure need to EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY.

A reception centre has been prepared at Water Valley Community Hall located at Water Valley, AB, T0M 2E0. Staff are on-site to assist evacuated community members and is ready now.

Residents who are in the surrounding areas should be prepared to leave their properties with minimal notification when advised.

Firefighters are on scene, however the fire is not contained at this time.

If you need help evacuating, contact 403-673-3611. This number will not be monitored after 4:30 p.m. Please send questions to the page.

If you require livestock assistance, contact 403-493-4821.

If you are east of highway 40, west of range road 60, and north of highway 579 (Harold Creek Road) you must be prepared to evacuate.

Updates and further instructions will be sent out on VoyentAlert. Please sign up here: https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html #!/registration

AGs Preparing for Potential Alberta Forest Fires - AG Society Supports for Evacuees

We are proactively gathering information for potential wildfire evacuations.

We are compiling a list and map of available spaces for evacuees, campers, and livestock, in case they are needed in your area. If you have space to offer for trailers, camping, or livestock in the event of an evacuation, please let us know what facilities your Ag Society has available and what supports you can offer.

https://www.albertaagsocieties.ca/2024-ag-society-locations-wild-fire-evacuation-support/



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MyAlberta Emergency Registration System MyAlberta Emergency Registration System lets you register online for potential emergencies or emergencies that may affect your household.

evacuees with pets - we are working to get pet hampers and supplies to evacuation centers and hotels.

If anyone is headed towards , we can assist with pet safekeeping, supplies, and vet care if needed.

Please call 368 999 6460.

⚠️ The City of Prince George's Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is actively monitoring the evolving situation in Jasper, Alberta, where an evacuation order has been issued due to nearby wildfire activity.

At this time, the City of Prince George is awaiting further direction from the Province of British Columbia, which is actively coordinating with officials from the Province of Alberta.

To assist with any evacuees arriving in Prince George, our Emergency Support Services (ESS) have been activated. Evacuees are asked to check the City of Prince George website for updates.

Reception trailers are located at the parking lot between the horse paddocks and Ice oval (2187 Ospika Blvd. S). Easiest access will be from the 18th avenue entrance closest to the roundabout.

Location: 4249 18th Avenue, Prince George, BC

Volunteers and donations are not being requested at this time.

Updates will be posted to princegeorge.ca
For the most current evacuee information, visit: https://www.jasper-alberta.ca/

Travel Information for Jasper Evacuees - EmergencyInfoBC Generic - Evacuees travelling from the Municipality of Jasper and Jasper National Park should continue on Highway 16 through B.C. and select a route back to Alberta. Designated Reception Centres are opening in Grande Prairie and in Calgary. Stop and rest as needed. More information will be provided....

Message from the Reeve

As many area residents are probably aware of by now, our neighbours and friends from Little Red River Cree Nation, are once again, forced from their homes due to wildfires in the area. Evacuees will be sheltered in various communities inside and outside of the region.

The Fort Vermilion Community Complex is open to provide emergency shelter for affected evacuees from Little Red River Cree Nation. We ask our residents to welcome those that were forced to leave their homes.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Little Red River Cree Nation and the displaced members, as we pray for rain and safety of their communities.

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UPDATE: Huge thanks to all those who have responded and who have allowed me to add their name to my list of possible emergency placements. We are ok for now but will keep everyone updated as we can.

HELP NEEDED!!!
We have been contacted by some of the first evacuees from the fires in the north who have managed to find accommodation for themselves but not for their pets. If you are able to provide some short term care for a displaced pet, please text Cheryl B at 780-523-7525. Most urgent need right now is for an adult German shepherd.

Alberta Emergency Alert Find active alerts, archived alerts, and details about the alerting system.

🥶🥶🥶❄️❄️❄️ DANGEROUS COLD WARNING🥶🥶🥶❄️❄️❄️

With the upcoming cold spell please be mindful of the animals!

❄️Keep pets indoors and bundle up if going out. Very few breeds can tolerate more than 5- 10 mins. Keep them entertained indoors with sniffing games, tug, chew treats or opt for indoor dog parks or dog daycare.

❄️ Knock on hoods of vehicles before starting as many cats will take refuge from the cold there.

❄️If you see an animal out in the cold, please even if inconvenient try to bring them in. ( Vehicles, garages, sheds, bathrooms, catch and transport to a vet)

❄️You can set up warming shelters using old storage bins and straw or even just windproofing areas like under deck, porches with tarps, etc
Blankets will freeze as well, so while not optimal, could still be considered in emergency.

❄️ Please offer them food as the energy is vital for creating body warmth.

❄️ Report any animals in distress!!
Know contact info for your local animal rescues, bylaw/enforcement, vets. If the animal is on the move make note of intersections and direction of travel to make it easier for those who have to attend.

❄️ Livestock/large animals are also affected at these temps. Please bring into barns, windproof shelters, blankets/coats,
Ensure there is plenty of straw and feed as well as heated water troughs/bowls

Be Safe, Be Compassionate and Be Warm 💕