Evacuation Alert - Silver Trail (Highway 11) from Kilometre 10 to Kilometre 35

July 9, 2023 – 6:00 p.m.

The Yukon Emergency Measures Organization has issued an Evacuation Alert for areas of the Silver Trail (Highway 11) between Stewart Crossing and Mayo, as outlined on the map. The alert extends from Kilometre 10 to Kilometre 35 in the Devil’s Elbow area. This alert is due to risk from a wildfire northeast of Stewart Crossing.

You are not being asked to evacuate your property at this time. An Evacuation Alert is intended to provide you time to be ready to leave safely if an Evacuation Order is issued.

After receiving this Evacuation Alert, you should:

• Connect with all family members to determine a plan and designate a safe meeting place.
• Move grab-and-go bags for you and your family to a readily accessible location;
• Gather essential items such as medication, eye glasses, valuable papers and immediate care needs for dependents.
• Arrange transport for your household members in anticipation of a potential evacuation order. Be sure to fill your gas tank should you need to evacuate suddenly.
• Arrange care or transport for animals including livestock.
• Arrange accommodation for your family as commercial accommodations may be limited. If an Evacuation Order is issued, emergency accommodation will be provided if required.

Locals and visitors are encouraged to avoid visiting properties in the affected area and to proactively relocate, prior to the fire affecting the area directly.

Community members impacted by wildfire evacuation alerts are encouraged to register with Emergency Support Services (ESS) by phoning 867-332-4597. Registration with ESS allows you to receive assistance when needed.

An Evacuation Order may be issued if the fire directly threatens people and property. If an Evacuation Order is issued, you should be prepared to leave within two hours of being notified.