From the Province: Recovery Update June 30
The Provincial State of Emergency imposed because of the wildfire in northern Alberta is lifted, effective midnight, June 30.
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is initiating a State of Local Emergency, effective July 1.
A province-wide state of emergency has been declared only once before in Alberta – during the floods of 2013.
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“While Fort McMurray is still on the path toward recovery, our government is encouraged by the significant progress the community has made to date. We are confident that a Provincial State of Emergency is no longer required in order for the municipality to continue this important work. Alberta will continue to stand with the people of Fort McMurray as they rebuild their homes and community” said Danielle Larivee, Minister of Municipal Affairs.