Badger evacuation order lifted but there is still an active fire and hot spots

    Friday, 20 June 2025 13:42

    By Tonya Organ

    All residents are permitted to return to their homes.

    A province wide outdoor fire ban remains in effect but the evacuation order for residents of Badger has been lifted. All residents are permitted to return to their homes. Meanwhile, there is still an active wildfire and there may be fire crews on scene working any hot spot areas. They can also expect to continue to see some smoke and action by aircraft. 

     

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