Forest Fire Season Preparedness Update #1
Tansi,
Please see today’s fire report below and always take precaution as fires can easily burn out of control with little or no warning.
Active fires are currently being monitored at:
- North East of Apeganau Lake which is 37 kms away from NCN
- Muskwa lake which is 46 kms away from NCN
- and a fire that started at Waskwatumn – 17 kms away from the dam.
Should winds pick up, there will be visible smoke in the community and at this time if warranted, EMO will issue a smoke advisory.
We also ask that everyone in the community of NCN adhere to the fire ban that was issued on Wednesday, July 17th.
With the prediction of continuous above average temperatures reaching +30 or warmer over the course of the next few weeks it is important to take precautions to keep our community safe.
PLEASE NOTE:
Attention NCN Citizens!
Prepare for Wildlife and Forest Fire Season.
Keep up to date by listening to FM98.1 OR checking the website ncncree.com AND the NCN Facebook page.
This public service announcement is intended to provide opportunities to increase fire evacuation awareness. Please review the following measures you can do to make the process run smoothly:
Start with your homes: If you live in NCN, have an emergency “go” bag ready. Keep to the basics like: medications (in original packaging; important documents, like photo ID; cash; personal hygiene items; cell phone charger; change of clothing and footwear; toilet paper; sleeping bag or warm blanket; traditional medicines; portable ceremonial items.)
Ensure that all members of your household are accounted for: Where your children are sleeping out; that any visitors to the community have signed the visitors registration form at the check stop; that you and your family are up to date on any posted ALERTS, WARNINGS, or ANNOUNCEMENTS.
If you commute: ensure that you have an “emergency go” bag in the car in case you are not able to return to Thompson immediately due to work assignments to assist with the evacuation, or due to road closures.
All pets should be registered with the designated pet form provided at the Justice and Public Safety. If you choose to leave the community with your pet, have the proper transportation equipment i.e. kennel, collar, leash, food/water dish and vaccination documents in your vehicle.
When an evacuation order is issued, the school siren will sound three consecutive times. Citizens are required to register with the EMO team at the Gilbert McDonald Arena command before leaving the community.
Always ensure that your personal vehicles are fueled up.
