LAKELAND - An evacuation alert has been lifted for the northern Alberta community of Janvier, as of the morning of July 25.
Janvier is about 200 kilometres north of Lac La Biche on Highway 881 and some evacuees from the area had been moved to Lac La Biche as a precaution due to a wildfire burning nearby.
According to an update from the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB), "The Evacuation Alert for the hamlet of Janvier has been lifted. Alberta Wildfire has made significant progress on containing Wildfire LWF-136 (part of the Kettle River Complex) and the much-improved weather conditions will further support those operations."
Many areas of the province have experienced a cooling trend in temperatures following a heat wave earlier this month, along with rainfall in some areas.
Chipewyan Prairie First Nation
Another northern Alberta community, Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, also lifted its Evacuation Order.
"Chipewyan Prairie First Nation members should follow CPFN social media for re-entry information," according to the RMWB.
The information states that "Wildfire LWF-136" is still classified as being out of control and is 765 hectares in size.
"Heavy equipment has completed the construction of a guard around the fire's perimeter and Alberta Wildfire crews continue to reinforce containment lines using water pumps and hoses."
When evacuation alerts and orders are lifted, residents are encouraged to continue to stay informed and prepared.
Fire ban remains in place
"A Fire Ban remains in place for the entire province," reads information from the RMWB.
This ban applies to fires throughout the entire region and includes outside fires of any type, recreational fires contained withing a portable or fixed fire pit, fireworks and charcoal barbecues.
"The use of propane and natural gas appliances, such as barbecues and portable heaters are allowed," reads the information.
