Grande Prairie Wildfire Nearing Containment Amid Crossover Concerns

Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:21 pm

Fire officials report that the wildfire near Grande Prairie is mostly contained, yet dangerous dry conditions continue to spark fears of a crossover flare-up. Authorities remain on high alert as they manage evacuations and monitor the situation’s unpredictable twists—and turns.

globalnews.ca / Wildfire near Grande Prairie mostly contained, but officials wary of crossover conditions

Progress was made on the weekend to contain the wildfire near Grande Prairie, however officials feared dry conditions on Monday could create crossover conditions.

thestar.com / Wildfire near Grande Prairie, Alta., mostly contained, say officials

GRANDE PRAIRIE - An evacuation order remains in effect for an area near a northern Alberta city but officials say the wildfire that prompted it is about 90 per cent contained.

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