More hot and dry weather this week in Alberta has wildfire officials anticipating an increase in fire activity.
While lightning is a major cause of wildfires at this time of year, extra caution is urged to prevent any additional fire starts that will add to the already extreme wildfire situation.
Right now there are 25 fires in the province that are classified as out of control.
Since the beginning of January, over 800 fires have combined to burn 279,000 hectares.
The Semo Complex Fire is classified as out of control at 44,000 hectares in size, and it is still approximately 9 kilometres from Highway 58 and 30 kilometres northwest of Garden River.
People who were evacuated form Garden River last week are now eligible for emergency evacuation payments.
Evacuees can apply for those online through the province’s website or going to any local Alberta Supports office.
– Kyle Moore, Trending 55 Newsroom
