Hall Lake, Sikachu Lake & Clam Bridge Wildfire Emergency Update
HALL LAKE, LLRIB. — Here are the latest updates on the ongoing wildfire emergency, community support, and evacuation coordination:
Key Updates from the May 30 Meeting:
Pisew Wildfire Update and Fire Behavior· The Pisew wildfire is now estimated at 61,205 hectares and is being closely monitored near Hall Lake, Sanderson Lake, and Sikachu.
· Fire behavior remains aggressive due to dry conditions, wind, and low humidity (currently 15%).
· Temperatures are forecast to reach 32°C with a risk of thunderstorms and dry lightning. Significant rainfall over 1–2 weeks is needed to stabilize conditions.
Highway Status and Infrastructure· Highway 102 opened this morning to allow traffic through but will be closed again at noon due to increasing fire risk and wind shifts.
· Highway 165 remains open with intermittent closures. There has been power loss in areas due to trees falling on lines.
Firefighting and Community Protection· Crews are working hard to protect Brabant and Hall Lake, with additional aircraft and Alberta fire teams now supporting local response efforts.
· A joint state of emergency has been declared by LLRIB, Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation, and Montreal Lake Cree Nation, and national attention is growing.
· Planned ignition operations and resource coordination are ongoing.
Evacuation and Community Safety· Sikachu community members are being moved to Hall Lake due to limited road access and fire threat. Clam Bridge is also being checked.
· Sikachu residents should prepare for potential evacuation.
Smoke Conditions and Health Advice· PM2.5 averages over 72 hours:
· Sucker River, Grandmothers Bay, Stanley Mission: Moderate (184)
· Hall Lake, La Ronge: High (180)
· Forecast shows possible short-term relief with high smoke returning on May 31.
· Health guidance links will be shared. No PSAs issued yet.
Resource Management and Support· Emergency trailers have arrived from PAGC and La Ronge.
· Red Cross continues to support 384 Hall Lake evacuees in Saskatoon and Regina.
Community Notices· Treaty Day at Hall Lake is postponed due to fire risk. Events in other communities (e.g., Sucker River) will proceed as planned.
· Evacuees are advised not to return at this time for safety reasons.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Leon J. Charles, Emergency Response Coordinator – 306-420-9499 Yvonne Roberts – 306-420-8936 Joe Ratt – 306-207-4446 Leonard Halkett – 306-420-4484 Leonard Halkett Jr. – 306-420-0674 Councillor Norman Ross – 306-420-9063We continue to monitor the situation and work closely with emergency partners to protect our communities. Thank you for your patience, resilience, and cooperation.
Stay safe and take care,
— Chief Tammy Cook-Searson
Lac La Ronge Indian Band Emergency Operations Centre
