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Old 05-04-2016, 05:41 AM
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It's easy to know what to do when you're sitting on mommas coach, but quiet another matter when you have a Wajax bag strapped to your back and fire all around you.

I've seen ten acres of smoldering forest explode into a fire ball around me, what you think a fire will do is not always what it does.

What appears totally safe one minute can turn into a towering inferno in a minute.

70 thousand people were right there and thought they were safe. How can someone hundreds of miles away know more then the people on the front lines, simply by reading a few posts on social media?

Then there is the chain of command. Which one of you would want to be the one who ordered 70 thousand people to leave their homes knowing it may not be necessary?

I would trust my life to the men and women fighting that fire, they got everyone out in time, that in itself is a testament to their professionalism.
Absolutely the men and woman did a great job, and will continue to exceed expectations in order to get all out, fight tooth the nails to take the dragon on.
I too have been involved with unexpected flare ups in which we fought our way out and we learnt from those decisions.
I was just saying that the masses as individuals need to take care of themselves first then and only then can they take care of others and make the transition out of town easier.
As soon as your area is put on alert, jugs of water, food,clothes, shelter, vehicle all,filled up, spare gas etc all packed and cherished valuables. Ready to bug out
And go before the masses move.
Preparation is the key, hope all are safe, doors will open and things will get better.
Stay safe all.
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Old 05-04-2016, 06:04 AM
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Wow 2 days? Cold lake isn't that far away....
The airforce isn't terribly helpful in this situation. The main army would have the equipment that could help.
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Old 05-04-2016, 06:15 AM
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I'm Working up at Shell Albian sands , we saw families rolling in by the hundreds, after our shift yesterday. It was quite strange to see children and pets walking around camp, but also made me very happy to see that these people in need had somewhere to go! About 40-50 guys from the project I'm working on gave up our rooms to make space for families in need. We were scheduled to fly out today anyways, so it was the least we could do! Hopefully everyone made it out safe! We need rain up here in a big bad way!
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:04 AM
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On a happy note, two babies were delivered at Noralta Lodge by mothers who'd been evacuated from the city.
That is awesome, bad circumstances but a little light at the end of a tunnel is a good thing
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:14 AM
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That is awesome, bad circumstances but a little light at the end of a tunnel is a good thing


I can't imagine what the kids are going through up there. The fear and confusion must be insane.
I hope that our government uses this as an opportunity to help put back to work the loads of people that are unemployed. It's definitely not an ideal job creation situation, but I hope they use it properly.
I'm just trying to see any possible positive sides of such a terrible event.
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:20 AM
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Online again . My family is safe .
From what I understand no lives lost last night
Crazy apopylyptic scene
Fire right fine on the did of the road
Luckily we made it to the range last night in one of the bunk houses and there was lots of stuff for breakfast in the kitchen
About 24people here last night
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:28 AM
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My prayers for everyone effected by this disaster. I hear now that beacon heights is gone, hundreds of homes gone. I worked as a welder up in ft Mac for many years.
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:39 AM
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Again the most up to date news feed and active is cbc
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/trending...fire-1.3565398

I know cbc is hated but everyone is feeding cbc all the information.
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:46 AM
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Excellent to hear the positive coming out of this, everyone getting out, camps clearing out workers asap to provide beds, some really good deeds went on yesterday. Cnrl was flying evacuees out for free all night, providing busses also I believe, every camp oilfeild camp is full or filling fast. Really good to see the community and province coming together so quickly when it counts.
It was crazy how everything happened. Early in the morning the fire was under control, the wind changes and within hours a pivotal albertas city is in flames. I'm still in camp, but pretty sure they will be sending us home soon to provide more room.
Again it's good to see these companies step up.
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Old 05-04-2016, 07:49 AM
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Online again . My family is safe .
From what I understand no lives lost last night
Crazy apopylyptic scene
Fire right fine on the did of the road
Luckily we made it to the range last night in one of the bunk houses and there was lots of stuff for breakfast in the kitchen
About 24people here last night
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Glad your family is safe.
You are correct no lives lost.
Last report worst injury is a sprained ankle at this point.

Keep safe and keep in touch and let us know if we can help? How we can help your crew cause you know the AO crew will!
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:00 AM
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Online again . My family is safe .

From what I understand no lives lost last night

Crazy apopylyptic scene

Fire right fine on the did of the road

Luckily we made it to the range last night in one of the bunk houses and there was lots of stuff for breakfast in the kitchen

About 24people here last night

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Glad you and your family is safe. Take care
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:04 AM
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I am leaving right now with 2 slip tanks full of fuel to help stranded motorists. Anyone that wants to help call me 780 871 3980

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Old 05-04-2016, 08:10 AM
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Hi Ken.
Nice to hear from you.
That sounds like something you would do. Great on you!
Be safe to.
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:11 AM
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Excellent to hear the positive coming out of this, everyone getting out, camps clearing out workers asap to provide beds, some really good deeds went on yesterday. Cnrl was flying evacuees out for free all night, providing busses also I believe, every camp oilfeild camp is full or filling fast. Really good to see the community and province coming together so quickly when it counts.
It was crazy how everything happened. Early in the morning the fire was under control, the wind changes and within hours a pivotal albertas city is in flames. I'm still in camp, but pretty sure they will be sending us home soon to provide more room.
Again it's good to see these companies step up.
CNRL's actions should be posted on Facebook, MSM will never give the evil oil companies credit for anything...
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:13 AM
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Good luck everyone up there. I have places in the Sundre area and Airdrie if anyone needs a place to hang their hat for a while. PM me....
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:13 AM
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Starting to evacuate other areas now. Brother is up at Cenovus Conklin and are out within the hour
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:38 AM
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Sister in law made it to my house in Edmonton at 3 am. 9 hour drive. Strong winds from the west this afternoon in Fort mcmurray. 30C. Yikes
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:49 AM
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we have 8 people here that likely lost everything, there attitude is humbling to say the least. have room for more if needed.
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:51 AM
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Ontario and Manitoba has firefighters and equipment on the way
BC says they are too busy and they need their stuff
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Old 05-04-2016, 08:59 AM
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11pm last night my Moms cousin got the alert from Vivint that the house was burning down. I can't imagine the feeling of helplessness these people are going through. Hopefully over the next few days there will be avenues to donate and volunteer, it's going to be a long road.
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Old 05-04-2016, 09:08 AM
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Old 05-04-2016, 09:11 AM
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https://donate.redcross.ca/ea-action...530.1462319317

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Old 05-04-2016, 09:19 AM
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RMWB ‏@RMWoodBuffalo 6m6 minutes ago
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Evacuees north of #fortmcmurry need to shelter in place today. Do not try and come south on Hwy. 63 #ymmfire
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Old 05-04-2016, 09:32 AM
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Edmonton and Strathcona sent up truck and manpower last night. Wishing I could go but have my regular shifts till Friday.
Thanks to all those involved trying to make a difference
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Old 05-04-2016, 09:51 AM
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They are going to start shift evacuees down to calgary and put them in the post secondary facilities. Since they are sitting empty as school is out we have lots of open space.

Calgary is sending 1 fire department member up to see how we can best deploy all our resources.

So hang tight guys help is coming.

Guys to the North you are to stay put today....... still.


Military is still 2 days out.
they say the redtape needs to be cleared for that to be lifted to get them on the ground.


If you have a pet currently missing in #YMM, call 780 762 3636. Staff will log your information & send assistance if possible. #YMMFire
IF YOU STILL HAVE ANIMALS IN YOUR HOME AND YOU ARE NOT HOME PLEASE contact Pulse 780 743 7000 or RMWB by-law at 780 788 4200 #ymmfires


It's #InternationalFirefightersDay. So fitting given what's happening here. Going to be a hard day on the front lines. Thanks.
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Old 05-04-2016, 10:03 AM
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If anyone needs any help, a place to stay or park a trailer, let me know send me a PM.
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Old 05-04-2016, 10:12 AM
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I have room to park a trailer or two and provide them power.
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Old 05-04-2016, 10:13 AM
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I had 11 people at my house last night. And if anyone needs a place to stay in athabasca let me know. Anyone with a trailer that wants to set up. I have 2 different acerages available for.trailers. 780 714 1858.
I was born and raised up there. Still can't believe this is happening. Also the ufa in athabasca has set up so people without a card lock can pay debit for fuel.
Good luck.
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Old 05-04-2016, 10:19 AM
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CNRL's actions should be posted on Facebook, MSM will never give the evil oil companies credit for anything...
According to a friend that made it out last night, Big D's Delivery Company out of Edmonton, was apparently running up and down the highway handing out food , water, and fuel to the people that were stranded.
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Old 05-04-2016, 10:26 AM
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If anyone needs help or a place to stay PM me, live in Bonnyville ab
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