Evacuation order issued for Gleichan

RCMP Alberta - Ongoing wildfires fuelled by high winds has resulted in an evacuation order being issued for the town of Gleichen. All residents of Gleichen are being asked to attend to a reception centre at either:

• Strathmore Civic Centre, 120 Brent Blvd
• Standard Community call, 150 Yorick Ave, Standard.
• Reception Center for pets is at Lord of All Lutheran Church in Strathmore.

RCMP officers are going door to notify residents as quickly as possible.
Visibility is affected due to heavy smoke. Follow the directions of local authorities.
More details on www.wheatlandcounty.ca