Sturgeon County orders residents to evacuate due to wildfire [Video]

A wildfire that broke out over the weekend northeast of Edmonton has grown, prompting an evacuation order Tuesday afternoon for residents in the area.

An Alberta Emergency Alert was issued at 2:30 p.m. and updated with an expanded evacuation order area just after 6 p.m.

The evacuation order is in effect for everyone located on Range Road 213 east to Range Road 203 and between Township Road 580 south and Township Road 573.

It is due to a wildfire burning directly south of that area, near the Redwater Provincial Recreation Area.

Those ordered to flee are asked to head to the reception centre located at Pembina Place (4944 53 St.) in Redwater and register so they can receive further supports.

Bring your important documents and medication and prepare to be away from home for at least three days, the county said.

High fire activity was expected on Tuesday due to winds, the county said in …