UPDATE 9:45 PM, May 28:
- Evacuation order is still in place for Thunder Lake subdivision.
- Thunder Lake evacuees will not be allowed to return overnight.
- County of Barrhead will advise affected residents when they can return.
- Fire response is still controlling hotspots and assessing impact to utilities.
- Further updates to be provided approximately 9:00 AM on May 29, 2026. Visit www.CountyBarrhead.ab.ca or call 780-674-3331 for ongoing details when available.
UPDATE 6:45 PM, May 28:
Residents of Summerlea Subdivision can return to their homes. Thunder Lake residents must remain evacuated.
UPDATE 6:00 PM, May 28:
Fire crews have contained the fire, but residents must continue to remain out of the area.
ORIGINAL MESSAGE:
County of Barrhead has issued a wildfire alert.
There are structural fires in the Thunder Lake Subdivision, south of the Provincial Park boat launch.
Residents of the Thunder Lake subdivision must evacuate immediately. Take highway 18 to Barrhead and register at the County of Barrhead office (5306-49 Street, Barrhead, AB).
All residents should avoid traveling near this area.
