Siksika Nation – Wildfire & Infrastructure Status Update: May 12, 2025

May 12, 2025

Wildfire Situation

The wildfire perimeter is holding firm; however, the fire has not yet been extinguished.
Today’s rain is expected to halt any forward movement; the fire remains contained but not yet fully extinguished.
Crews continue patrolling and checking the perimeter
Public Safety, Public Works, and the Fire Department continue to work together throughout this emergency response.

Power Restoration

Fortis crews are on‑site today replacing damaged power poles and inspecting the distribution network. Brief localized outages may occur while repairs are completed.

Infrastructure Assessment

Siksika Nation Engineering staff have been deployed to perform detailed inspections of affected roads, utilities, and public facilities in order to gauge damage and plan remediation.

Water Supply

The Boil Water Advisory for the Siksika East Public Water Supply (Maps 7‑9) has been rescinded by Indigenous Service Canada, Environmental Public Health Officer. System flushing is complete, chlorine residuals and turbidity are normal, and two consecutive bacteriological tests meet Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines. Water is safe for all household uses.

Need Assistance or Have Questions?

Siksika Emergency Public Safety Line: 403 734 3815 (24 hrs)
Follow @SiksikaNation and @SiksikaPublicSafety on social media for live updates.

Thank you to Public Works, Public Safety, the Siksika Nation Fire Department, and all Nation members who continue to protect our community and infrastructure.

Siksika Nation Public Works

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