In an update on Wednesday afternoon, the County of Grande Prairie No. 1 said the fire near Teepee Creek is now being held.
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“Given the current weather conditions and resources, the wildfire is not anticipated to grow past expected boundaries,” read the update issued at 2:30 p.m. “Crews will continue to work in and monitor the area.” An evacuation alert remains in place for Township Road 741 to a quarter section north of Township Road 734 and Range Road 32 to the Smoky River.Everyone in this area may now return home. However, residents must still be prepared to leave their homes in one hour if fire conditions change.The county has put together a document with information for residents who are returning to an evacuation zone.
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