August 14, 2023 - 7:30 p.m.
The Evacuation Order, issued by the Vuntut Gwitchin Government (VGG) and supported by the Government of Yukon on August 9, 2023, for Old Crow has been rescinded.
While the Evacuation Order is being rescinded, the Evacuation Alert remains in place, and residents in the area should remain vigilant. VGG and Protective Services will continue to monitor the situation closely and the public will be notified of any changes.
If you have health concerns related to wildfire smoke, speak with a healthcare professional or call HealthLine at 811. FireSmoke.ca is a useful tool to see where smoke is coming from and what short-term forecasts might predict for future air quality.
For more information, including emergency updates, please visit Yukon.ca/emergencies, follow Protective Services on Facebook or @YukonPS on Twitter or contact:
Information Officer | Emergency Coordination Centre
867-332-4217 | [email protected]