Be ready for what Pigeon Lake can throw at you.
Wildfire smoke, summer storms, waterspouts, winter blizzards and long power outages all happen here. A little preparation now makes the first 72 hours of any emergency far easier for your household.
Call for police, fire or ambulance when life or property is at immediate risk. This website is not monitored around the clock and cannot be used to report an emergency.
Get ready in four steps
1. Get alerts
Install the Alberta Emergency Alert app: evacuation alerts and orders for Pigeon Lake are issued through it. Add Alertable for local Summer Village notices.
2. Know the risks
Find out which hazards affect the lake and what each one means for your property and family.
3. Make a plan
Agree on meeting places and an out-of-area contact, and plan for pets, medications and seasonal guests.
4. Build a kit
Pack enough supplies for everyone in your household for at least 72 hours, including a grab-and-go bag.
If you are told to leave
Get ready to go
Danger may be coming. Pack your kit, fuel your vehicle and be ready to leave on short notice.
Leave now
Danger is immediate. Go by the route you are given and register at the reception centre.
Safe to return
Officials have lifted the order. Go home carefully and follow the re-entry advice.
Read the full evacuation guide →
Who we are
The Pigeon Lake Regional Emergency Management Agency (REMA) coordinates emergency planning, response and recovery for the ten Summer Villages around Pigeon Lake:
- Argentia Beach
- Crystal Springs
- Golden Days
- Grandview
- Itaska Beach
- Ma-Me-O Beach
- Norris Beach
- Poplar Bay
- Silver Beach
- Sundance Beach
Working together under one regional plan lets these small communities share resources, train together and respond as one when a large emergency strikes. More about the agency.
Quick links
During an emergency
- When to call 9-1-1
- Shelter in place
- 511 Alberta road conditions
- Report a wildfire: 310-FIRE (3473)