The Alberta government says there are 79 active wildfires burning in the province—including three in the northern community of Fox Lake.

Officials are reporting 20 homes have been destroyed, along with an RCMP detachment and a store.

A reception centre has opened for evacuees at the Fox Lake band office.

Evacuation orders have also been issued for rural areas west and southwest of Edmonton.

Most of central Alberta is under a fire ban after a spell of windy and unseasonably hot conditions.

The Alberta government says there are 79 active wildfires burning in the province—including three in the northern community ...{ai:summary}<p>Alberta's got some trouble with fires, y'all. Almost 80 fires are burning like a fever, and they're not just a little bonfire, no sir. They've destroyed 20 homes, an RCMP detachment, and even a store. The folks in Fox Lake are particularly feeling the heat, with three fires burning in their community and a reception centre opening up for evacuees. The fires are spreading like a rumor too, as evacuation orders have been issued for areas west and southwest of Edmonton. It seems like the whole province's on fire, and they've banned all the fun too - no fires allowed, even if you're just trying to cook a hot dog. I reckon it's a tough time in Alberta right now.</p>

Wildfire Destroys Homes, Police Station in Community in Northern Alberta

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