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On August 16, 2023, the Government of the Northwest Territories issued an Evacuation Order for Yellowknife, N’dilo, Dettah, and Ingraham Trail directing all residents of the above areas to evacuate by NOON on Friday, August 18, 2023.

It is critical that all residents obey the Evacuation Order.  Fire behavior is expected to increase in the next few days and there will be a dramatic increase in smoky conditions.  NWT Fire has advised that Wildfire ZF015 may reach the outskirts of Yellowknife by this weekend.

Choosing to disregard the Evacuation Order and remain in any of the above areas:

  • places you (and any loved ones with you) at risk of exposure to dangerous levels of smoke from the wildfires;
  • reduces the resources available to essential services and workers staying to protect the City; and
  • puts essential workers at greater risk if they must divert resources to ensure your evacuation to safety.

For your own safety and the safety of everyone working to protect the City, please evacuate immediately.