The new GNWT.ca website is now available. This new site organizes GNWT programs, services, and information around topics, themes and tasks. Try the new GNWT.ca site today.

Notices, Alerts, and Orders

Back to Public Safety Page

Find up-to-date information on evacuation notices, alerts, and orders for NWT communities.

Find the latest wildfire information and fire danger forecasts for your region:

Definitions

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.

Refer to your local Community Government for specific details.