City of Calgary plans to open reception centre for wildfire evacuees

Calgary will soon be welcoming people fleeing the wildfires in Alberta.

A provincial state of emergency was declared on Saturday.

The city announced on social media on Sunday afternoon that plans are underway to set up a reception centre for the displaced in Calgary.

“We are working with the province and expect to open a reception centre for evacuees in Calgary tomorrow (Monday, May 8). Once timing and details are confirmed we will share more information,” the post read.

Alberta firefighters are now hoping that cooler weather will help as the province battles dozens of out-of-control wildfires.

Jyoti Gondek on Twitter: “Late yesterday afternoon, Calgary deployed a Canada Task Force 2 team to assist with wildfire response, at the request of the Alberta Emergency Management Agency. Our hearts are heavy for evacuees & those on alert. Wishing strength & safety for fire response teams. #abwildfires” / Twitter