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Wildfires being held, fire ban in effect across Westlock County

As of 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 7, two major wildfires in the area are being held.

May 7, 2025 11:57 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Wildfire still moving towards Boyle, but crews on scene overnight

State of local emergency remains in effect for Village and County

May 7, 2025 10:44 AM Read more >

Clyde school brings in local chemist for an explosive good time

Dr. Boom joins Eleanor Hall School in Clyde for a chemistry demonstration.

May 7, 2025 6:50 AM Read more >

BREAKING: Boyle issues evacuation order for all residents

Evacuees to go to Lac La Biche Parkland Motel. Call village office if assistance is needed

May 6, 2025 11:22 PM Read more >

Wildfire being held near Larkspur, no homes lost

Residents who had previously been asked to evacuate are now permitted to return home.

May 6, 2025 10:14 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Hidden Valley Golf Course fire north of Westlock

Westlock County Fire Services asked the public to avoid the area while they work to contain the fire.

May 6, 2025 8:59 PM Read more >

Ground and air efforts in works as crews battle Boyle blaze

State of local emergency declared in Athabasca County and the Village of Boyle

May 6, 2025 8:40 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Two Grass fires North of Westlock

Westlock County Fire Services are asking the public to please stay out of the area

May 6, 2025 6:50 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Evacuation order in place for residents south of Boyle

Wildfire between Boyle fish pond and Ellscott turnoff

May 6, 2025 5:59 PM Read more >

Ripple Connection Support Centre on life support

Barrhead non-profit organization looks to partner with another local agency to continue to operate

May 6, 2025 4:50 PM Read more >