Wildfires in Northwest Territories

Canada is experiencing a particularly severe wildfire season. There are currentlywildfires affecting several wildfiresProvinces acrossand theTerritories, Northwestparticularly in Western Canada including, but not limited to, North West Territories, dueBritish toColumbia whichand theAlberta.

North territoryWest Territories has declared a territory-wide state of emergency.emergency and an evacuation of the capital Yellowknife is underway. Evacuation orders have been issued in certainother areas,areas including inparts Yellowknife,of theKelowna Territory’sin capital.British Columbia.

Wildfires are highly dangerous and unpredictable. The situation can change quickly.quicklyy.

If you are in or near areas affected by wildfires

Be cautious if you are in or near an area affected by wildfires. You should:

• Check thethe status status of wildfires in the Northwest Territories, (alsoBritish available on XColumbia orand FacebookAlberta
• Download the Alertable emergency app on the the Google Play Store or  or Apple App Store
• Follow the advice of local authorities
• Contact your travel operator or accommodation provider before you travel to check that it is not currently impacted. Make sure you have appropriate insurance.

If you need consular assistance

If you are a British national in NorthCanada West Territories in need of consular assistance call +1 604 683 4421.

For concerned family and friends, call our 24-hour helpline on +44 20 7008 5000.