Live in #Alberta ? Follow these three accounts to stay informed on the latest emergency updates from local authorities.

Download the Alberta Wildfire app for easy access to Alberta’s wildfire map with up-to-date wildfire information: brnw.ch/21wJSUl #ABWildfire

9 a.m. May 17

MWF-017- Update from Alberta Wildfire

· The fire size remains unchanged at 19,820 hectares.
· The fire remains approximately 4.5km from Hwy 63/Hwy 881 intersection and approximately 5.5km from the Fort McMurray landfill site.
· Ground operations continued building

🖇 Empowering Caregivers through Social Prescribing

Our latest article with Mediaplanet Canada explores the transformative impact of #SocialPrescribing in nurturing community resilience and meeting the diverse needs of caregivers across Canada.

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Smoke exposure can cause symptoms such as headaches, a mild cough, or eye, nose and throat irritation. Learn how to reduce your exposure to wildfire smoke: canada.ca/en/health-cana…

The IFRC confirms, with great sadness, the killing of Fadul Daw El-Bait Abdallah, a volunteer with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society.

We extend our deepest condolences to Fadul’s family & colleagues.

Humanitarian workers must be respected and protected under all circumstances.

May 15, 3 p.m. MWF-017 Update

Wildfire Update

· MWF017 is classified as out of control at 20,940 hectares.
· As of 2 p.m. today, the closest point of the fire is about 5.5 km from the Fort McMurray landfill and 4.5 km from the intersection of highways 63 and 881.
· Three night

With wildfires comes wildfire smoke.

For all communities impacted by active #wildfires , protect yourself and your loved ones with these 5⃣ tips⬇️

For more wildfire information and tips: redcross.ca/how-we-help/em…

May 14, 8p.m. MWF-017 Update
Wildfire Status, Evacuation order + SOLE

MWF-017 remains out of control at 20,940 hectares.

The wildfire continues to be very active. The closest point of the fire is about 7.5 km from the Fort McMurray landfill. The wildfire is about 6 km from the

UPDATE: An Evacuation Order is now in place for Beacon Hill, Abasand, Prairie Creek, and Grayling Terrace. For more information on evacuations, follow rmwoodbuffalo or visit alberta.ca/alberta-emerge….

With active #wildfires happening in various provinces, make sure you know the difference between:

1. An evacuation alert

2. An evacuation order

More information: brnw.ch/21wJJWd

This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The RMWB is issuing an Wildfire Evacuation Order.

This order is in effect for Beacon Hill, Abasand, Prairie Creek, and Grayling Terrace. An Evacuation Alert remains in effect for Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek, Gregoire Lake Estates, Fort

Evacuation Order: Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace move to evacuation order; be prepared to be evacuated by 4 p.m.
rmwb.ca/en/news/evacua…

With Canada’s support, ICRC has opened a 60-bed field hospital in Gaza, delivering urgent medical care where it’s needed most. We’re working with Canadian Red Cross who is deploying medical staff and equipment to ensure aid reaches those in dire need.
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#Gaza Together with 11 Red Cross National Societies, we are combining efforts to open a field hospital in #Rafah to help address overwhelming medical needs.

This 60-bed hospital complements & supports the essential work of PRCS.

News Release 👉🏽 ms.spr.ly/6017YXrJ7

Know what to do in case of a #BCwildfire Evacuation Alert or Order:

Alert: be ready to leave on short notice. Have your grab-&-go bags ready & connect w/ loved ones ✅

Order: leave the area immediately w/ your grab-&-go bag✅

Rescind: the threat to life & safety has passed ✅

(2/6) The Canadian Red Cross, together with the ICRC, the Norwegian Red Cross (@rodekorsnorge), and nine other National Red Cross Societies, has opened a field hospital in #Rafah to help address some of the overwhelming medical needs.