Fire crews continue to make tremendous progress on the Highway 831 fire. After minimal growth this afternoon, no further spread is expected overnight, as the entire fire line is now contained. Fire crews will continue to fight the fire overnight and will re-assess the fire status in the morning. Evacuation is still in effect as it is still not safe to return.
Fire crews have also investigated the burn area to determine that no homes were impacted by this fire. Some outbuildings have been damaged or destroyed. There is not believed to be any livestock damage as a result of the fire.
Emergency Social Service staff for evacuees will remain on site at the reception centre in Lac La Biche until 7:30 PM tonight, returning at 7:30 AM on Thursday, May 8th.
We continue to encourage residents who are not at the reception centre, to self register using the following QR code.
Another update will be provided on this fire at 10:00 AM on May 8th, 2025
General inquiries regarding this incident can be emailed to athainformation1@gmail.com
