WEYBURN – The City of Weyburn is currently hosting approximately 80 evacuees from Creighton and Flin Flon as wildfires continue to threaten northern communities.
Local officials emphasize that while Weyburn is providing support, overall emergency coordination remains under the direction of the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA).
“Above all, we encourage our community to continue showing patience, compassion and hospitality,” said Paige Tenbult, the city’s spokesperson on Tuesday. “Many of these individuals and families have left their homes and communities under incredibly stressful and uncertain circumstances.”
While the city isn’t leading evacuation coordination, it has opened recreational facilities and public services to help evacuees settle in. Officials are also collaborating with the SPSA to share updates and connect displaced residents with local resources.
“It is important for the public to understand that the overall emergency response and coordination is being managed by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA),” said the Tenbult. “The City of Weyburn’s Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) has been meeting regularly to assess how we can best support SPSA’s efforts and the needs of evacuees in our community.
Community members looking to assist are asked to avoid donating physical items at this time. Instead, financial contributions to organizations like the Canadian Red Cross are encouraged to ensure efficient aid distribution.
“We know Weyburn residents are eager to help, and that comes as no surprise given our strong community spirit,” said Tenbult. “At this time, local donation drop-offs are not being accepted,”
The city encourages all residents to rely on official channels for information and avoid sharing unverified or second-hand updates.
“It’s vital that we maintain a respectful and compassionate environment for those who have been displaced,” said Tenbult. “We ask residents to be mindful of evacuees’ privacy and personal space.”
