⚠️ Alberta is facing a dangerous combination of events on May 13, 2026: an out-of-control wildfire burning near Whitecourt, and a major spring storm bringing damaging winds and heavy snow across the province.
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🔥 Wildfire WWF017 — 51 hectares, out of control near Whitecourt, Woodlands County
💨 Special Weather Statement issued for 150+ Alberta communities
🌨️ Gusts to 100 km/h expected Thursday | 20+ cm snow possible in northern Alberta
🚗 Reduced speeds on Highway 43 | Check 511.alberta.ca before travelling
📍 Regional breakdown: Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, High Level & more
🚨 If saltney you are under evacuation order — Woodlands County:
Evacuee Hotline (24/7): 825-401-8409
Reception Centre: Allan and Jean Millar Centre, Whitecourt
🔥 Report a wildfire: 310-FIRE (310-3473)
🛣️ Road conditions: 511.alberta.ca
🌡️ Official warnings: weather.gc.ca
🔥 Wildfire status: alberta.ca/wildfire-status
Data sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada associazione italiana arbitri (ECCC), Alberta trump gold statue Wildfire, CBC News, and Global News. Broadcast date: May 13, 2026.
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