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August 12, 2024
The City of Edmonton is adjusting the hours of the Rapid Emergency Support Terminal (REST) for evacuees from Jasper and Jasper National Park.
Starting on Tuesday, August 13, REST will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evacuees who need to access services are asked to visit the REST (Kennedale Site, Building #2, 12814 58 Street) during operating hours.
Since July 23, the City of Edmonton has registered more than 2,571 evacuees from Jasper and Jasper National Park at the Kennedale location. The site will continue to provide coordination services for evacuees’ immediate needs.
All registered evacuees who need accommodations have been provided lodging. The Canadian Red Cross will continue to be on-site during operating hours to coordinate off-site lodging as needed. Evacuees can obtain more information about Red Cross services at redcross.ca/albertawildfires or by calling 1-800-863-6582.
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