RCMP determine McMillan wildfire was arson, now searching for suspects
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EDMONTON, AB — Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, along with the RCMP are asking for the public’s help to locate a suspected arsonist who started a wildfire near Slave Lake in May.
The McMillan wildfire began May 18 near the community of Wabasca. According to a release from the province, the wildfire originated on Highway 754 northwest of Slave Lake, and grew to over 273,000 hectares in size, and forced the communities of Wabasca and Peerless Trout First Nation to evacuate. The fire was brought under control on July 1.
Alberta Wildfire investigators and the RCMP Forestry Crimes Unit have determined the fire was started as a result of arson.
“The safety of Albertans is our top priority in fighting wildfires,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, in a statement. “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.”
