This page will host the most recent information regarding Evacuation notice, alerts, and orders for communities in the NWT.
Update - Fort Smith
The Town of Fort Smith has cancelled the Evacuation Notice as of 1:16pm May 12, 2025
- Residents are still encouraged be prepared for the wildfire season by having an emergency kit ready.
- Follow the Town of Fort Smith on Facebook for more updates.
- Please avoid the affected area, allow emergency services staff the space to do their work, and listen to any directions or signage on the ground.
Find the latest wildfire information and fire danger forecasts for your region:
Notices, Alerts, and Orders
- Level 1 - Evacuation Notice: To advise you that an emergency event, such as a wildfire or flood, may present an increased risk to your community and could endanger life or property.
- Level 2 - Evacuation Alert: Get ready to leave on short notice.
- Level 3 - Evacuation Order: Leave as soon as possible. Follow all directions from officials.
Evacuation Notices, Alerts and Orders for a community are issued by the Community Government. Please refer to your local community government for specific details for your community.