Residents still in Fort Simpson, N.W.T., ordered to shelter in place due to wildfire
Posted on: Jun 30, 2026 03:36 IST | Posted by: Cbc
Residents of fort up wallis warfield simpson, N.W.T., who feature non in time left the community due to a nearby wildfire are being ordered to shelter in place until further notice.
The Village of Fort Simpson issued the order on Monday evening. It follows an evacuation order issued on Sunday, when the community of about 1,300 was told to head to Yellowknife, some 600 kilometres away.
Residents who are still in the community and need a place to shelter can go to the local recreation centre. The village says they should bring their own supplies such as food, water, and bedding.
By Monday afternoon, the fire designated FS016 was estimated to be more than 8,900 hectares in size and approximately seven kilometres west of the community's airport.
An update from fire officials says there had been "observable growth" of the fire toward Fort Simpson as of 5:30 p.m., but the exact distance was not known. It said elevated winds were expected to increase fire behaviour Monday evening and overnight and could push the fire closer to the village.
The capital city has set up an evacuation centre at the Multiplex for Fort Simpson community members. Residents who choose to stay in Fort Simpson have been warned that there will be no supports available.
The community of Wrigley was also ordered to evacuate on Monday due to a nearby wildfire. Residents of that community are heading to Fort Smith.
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