Whatì - Evacuation Order – August 29, 2025, 10:00 am

Instructions: The community of Whatì has issued an evacuation order. All Whatì residents are required to evacuate the area immediately due to a wildfire in the area. Evacuees must register at the Whatì Cultural Centre. Reception centres are being set up in Behchokǫ̀ and Yellowknife. Evacuees will receive more information when you register. For updates go to the GNWT Public Safety webpage: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety/latest-updates.