Wildfire Update – July 5, 2026

There is no significant change in wildfire conditions to report since yesterday’s update.

Forestry crews, air support, and response partners continue to make steady progress on suppression efforts in the Walsh River area. Crews remain focused on identifying and extinguishing hotspots, strengthening containment lines, and preparing for forecasted weather conditions early this week.

Forestry officials continue to monitor forecasts calling for warmer and drier conditions on Monday and Tuesday. In anticipation of those conditions, additional suppression measures are underway, including ongoing aerial operations, perimeter suppression work, and the positioning of additional firefighting resources and equipment.

Residents may notice increased aircraft activity in the area over the coming days as Forestry conducts proactive suppression work. Boaters and recreational users in the Duley Lake area are asked to exercise caution and remain aware of water bomber and helicopter activity operating in and around the lake.

The evacuation order remains in effect for the Walsh River Cabin Area.

The Evacuation Alert remains in effect for:

• Duley Lake
• Throne Lake
• Tamarack Golf Course Road Area

Residents in Alert areas should continue to stay informed and remain prepared should conditions change.

The Town’s Emergency Operations Centre remains active and continues to work closely with Forestry and response partners.

We thank residents for their continued patience, cooperation, and support.

Unless conditions change, the Town’s next public update is expected mid-morning tomorrow following the latest Forestry briefing. Any significant developments will be communicated sooner.