ATHABASCA – Athabasca County Fire Services crews were able to get the canoe lake fire under control yesterday morning according to an April 17 press release.
The fire, which covered 135.5 hectares or roughly 330 acres, burnt down some farm structures and outbuildings, although no homes were lost thanks to the volunteer firefighters. It was officially deemed under control at 10:00 a.m. April 16.
One firefighter injury was reported during suppression efforts, but after being assessed by EMS they were able to return to work. No civilian injuries were reported.
Due to recent weather conditions, the fire is not expected to grow any further, although county public works staff and firefighters will remain on scene putting out ground fires and hot spots, which is expected to take the remainder of the week. Smoke will be continue to be visible in the area.
The county remains under a Fire Restriction order despite the recent moisture. For more information and for a real-time update, go to https://www.albertafirebans.ca/.
No further updates are expected.
