Wildfire Update
Posted on February 23
February 23, 2024 - Monitoring wildfire south of High Prairie
Dear Northland Families,
Northland School Division (NSD) is closely monitoring the situation regarding the wildfire currently listed as out of control southwest of High Prairie. Given the events that unfolded last May and June concerning wildfires in the area, we fully understand and share your concerns and anxieties.
NSD's Response to the Wildfire:
To ensure the safety of students and staff, NSD is actively reviewing emergency plans with each school and working with emergency contacts in the communities we serve.
Stay Informed:
For the most current information on the wildfires and safety recommendations, we encourage you to visit the following resources:
- Alberta Emergency Alert: Provides updates on emergency situations across Alberta https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-emergency-alert.aspx
- Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard: Offers real-time information on wildfire statuses https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/3ffcc2d0ef3e4e0999b0cf8b636defa3
- Wildfire Status: Details current wildfire situations https://www.alberta.ca/wildfire-status.aspx
- 511 Alberta: Features traffic and road condition alerts https://511.alberta.ca/#:Alerts
- Smoke Forecast: Provides forecasts on smoke conditions https://firesmoke.ca/forecasts/current/
What You Can Do:
We urge all families to stay informed by regularly checking these resources and adhering to any guidelines or instructions issued in your community. Preparing a personal safety plan and discussing it with your family can also be a valuable step in ensuring everyone's safety.
The safety of students, staff, and families is NSD's top priority. We are committed to keeping you informed and taking all necessary steps to ensure everyone's safety during this time. Please look out for further updates from us as the situation evolves.
Thank you for your continued support. Be safe.