SWF85 wildfire is burning 6 km west of the Chip/Alpac road and spans 2,900 ha. No current threat to Chipewyan Lake, but shifting winds may increase fire intensity and smoke. A 1-hour evacuation notice is now in place. No evacuation required yet.
Area: Chipewyan Lake, MD of Opportunity No. 17
Action: Be ready to evacuate. Prepare essentials for 3 days. Fuel and transport available at the MD Shop. Updates will follow if evacuation becomes necessary.