By The Canadian Press

Wildfire

RCMP: McMillan wildfire caused by arsonist

Oct 23, 2019 | 10:08 AM

EDMONTON- RCMP have determined that arson was the cause of the McMillan wildfire in May that threatened remote communities in north-central Alberta and torched 2,730 square kilometres of forest.

RCMP and Alberta government officials say they are now looking for witnesses who may have seen the person responsible.

Members of the public with information regarding the details of this wildfire or other fires in the area are encouraged to call toll free at 1-833-999-FIRE (3473).

“The safety of Albertans is our top priority in fighting wildfires. To the families affected by this wildfire who were evacuated, and to the forest industry who suffered losses, we will find the person responsible for the McMillian wildfire. This is an important step in helping to build trust in Alberta’s justice system,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry.

The wildfire began near the community of Wabasca and grew to the point where it forced the evacuation of Wabasca and Peerless Trout First Nation, while it also threatened communities in the Slave Lake area.

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It took until July 1 for firefighters to get the 273,000 hectare blaze under control.