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9 hours ago
- Climate
- Global News
Forecast for heavy rain, snow forces road closures in Waterton Lakes National Park
With a weekend storm expected to bring heavy rain and the possibility of snow to some parts of southern Alberta, Parks Canada has been forced to temporarily close several roads in Waterton Lakes National Park. A rainfall warning, issued by Environment Canada for the area around Waterton, calls for heavy rain to start falling Friday afternoon and continue into the weekend, before tapering off Saturday night. The temperature is also expected to drop, which could cause the rain to turn to snow over higher elevations. Parks Canada said up to 200 mm of precipitation, including up to 10 cm of snow could fall during the storm. View image in full screen Parks Canada warns that up to 200 millimetres of precipitation, including up to 10 centimetres of snow could fall in the area around the Akamina and Red Rock Parkways, on the west side of Wateron Lakes National Park. Global News In anticipation of the storm's arrival, Parks officials have decided to temporarily close the Akamina Parkway and the Red Rock Parkway to vehicle traffic. Story continues below advertisement The two roads are located on the west side of Waterton National Park and are popular scenic drives for tourists. View image in full screen A map from 511Alberta shows the location (in red) of the Akamina and Red Rock Parkways, in Waterton Lakes National Park, that have been closed because of the storm forecast to hit the area this weekend. 511Alberta Parks Canada warns the heavy precipitation could cause slides of rock and debris in areas of steep terrain as it did when the area was hit by a strong storm in 2023. View image in full screen Parks Canada warns the heavy rain and snow forecast for the area around Waterton Lakes National Park could cause slides of rocks and debris, similar to another storm in 2023. Global News Strong winds are also expected, which could also cause tree damage, especially in areas that have been previously damaged by forest fires. Story continues below advertisement If any rescue operations were needed, Parks Canada warns they could be challenging in such inclement weather. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The two roads are scheduled to remain closed until the storm has passed and Parks Canada crews have had time to assess and repair any damage.
Global News
07-05-2025
- Climate
- Global News
Wildfire prompts evacuation order in Athabasca County
A section of Athabasca County was ordered to evacuate Tuesday evening due to a wildfire south of the village of Boyle, Alta., where residents were also being told to be prepared to flee. The wildfire is burning south of Boyle, along Highway 831 between the Boyle Fishpond and the Ellscott turnoff. 'The south winds are pushing the fire towards Boyle. Local firefighters are currently fighting the fire. The village is currently under an evacuation alert. Please prepare for evacuation by packing a bag for the next 72 hours,' an updated emergency alert at 6:30 p.m. said. A previous alert from 511 Alberta around 4 p.m. said the highway was closed due to several power poles on fire in the area. Hwy831 at TwpRd 640A, south of Boyle – CLOSED due to power poles on fire in the vicinity. Use an alternate route. (4:02pm) #ABRoads — 511 Alberta (@511Alberta) May 6, 2025 Story continues below advertisement An Alberta Emergency Alert issued at 5:46 p.m. said everyone east of Range Road 194 and south of Township 644 in Athabasca County should evacuate. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy As well, everyone east of Range Road 195 and south of Township 650, along with people who live in the Village of Boyle, were put on alert to be prepared to evacuate if notified. Athabasca County council declared a state of local emergency Tuesday night due to the fire. Those who have to leave their homes were told to travel north along Highway 63/55 towards Lac La Biche, to a reception centre at Parkland Motels II (10710 101 Ave, Lac la Biche, Alta). The fire came on a day when parts of Sturgeon County was also evacuated due to a wildfire, and a fire broke out on the west end of Edmonton. This is a breaking news story. More to come…
