Evacuation issued for Weyakwin; PAGC issues State of Emergency amid wildfires [Video]

In a somewhat confusing SaskAlert issued Wednesday evening, notice was given that the northern Hamlet of Weyakwin is being evacuated.

The community is being threatened by the Ditch02 fire, a human-caused blaze that started May 25 along Highway 2 near the community, which is located about 150 kilometres north of Prince Albert. The alert said the wildfire is moving fast and individuals were to evacuate immediately.

While the alert was issued for Weyakwin, the map on the SaskAlert app initially displayed the City of Prince Albert as the affected area. About half an hour after the initial alert, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency issued a correction.

An ominous view of the Weyakwin area shared on social media Wednesday. (Facebook)

Individuals are being asked to go to the community hall to register, whether they are able to self-evacuate or require transportation.

State of Emergency

In response to the rapidly escalating wildfire threat across northern …