Jasper residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed by an out-of-control wildfire will be able to view the devastation first-hand as bus tours through the Alberta town begin Sunday.

Emergency management officials says the first tours will depart from Edmonton as well as Edson, Alberta.

Joe Zatylny with the Alberta Emergency Management Agency notes the wildfire situation in Jasper National Park continues to fluctuate, and no one will be allowed to leave the buses inside the park due to safety concerns.

An evacuation order for Jasper and Jasper National Park issued July 22 remains in effect, after the fire destroyed one-third of the historic town's buildings{ai:summary}<p>The smoke lifted, revealing the charred remains of Jasper as residents boarded buses to witness their homes in ruins. Safety was a concern, so no wandering off—their eyes would have to soak in the devastation from behind glass.  </p><p>Fire may destroy, but it can't erase memories. #society</p>

Jasper residents offered bus tours to view damage to their homes

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