Don Scott, mayor of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Fort McMurray, confirmed today that they have requested assistance from the federal government as the community deals with flooding evacuations.

Officials are dealing with the natural disaster at the same time as the coronavirus, making the process more complicated than in previous years.

The corner of Hospital Street and Franklin Ave this morning. One of the busiest intersections in Fort McMurray.



My heart breaks for my hometown, friends and family.#ymm pic.twitter.com/GJsZyk0tnb — Tyran Ault (@TyranAult) April 27, 2020

Several areas were put under mandatory evacuation last night due to a major ice jam on the Athabasca River.

Last night, the RMWB said they had to rescue more than 100 people who did not listen to the orders.

Picture I took yesterday of our course here at Fort McMurray golf course. Not sure how much more this city can take. It’s been tough for everyone since 2016 wildfire, COVID, Oil Prices, and now Flood. Keep safe everyone pic.twitter.com/5dB08fBOlE — Barry Reid (@bazwear) April 27, 2020

An updated map shows the areas that are currently under evacuation orders.

The municipality has issued instructions to evacuees saying that they must continue to practice physical distancing while evacuating.

Right now, evacuees are being told to report to a drive through registration centre at the Oil Sands Discovery Centre.

One thing after another. Stay safe and stay strong Fort McMurray #RiverBreak2020 #ymm pic.twitter.com/z6hRTxFGgO — Lisa Sweet (@lisagracesweet) April 26, 2020

There, they are checking in and getting more information on the support and accommodations available.

The Salvation Army said that they have been activated and that evacuees are being put in hotels and in oil sands camps, as those facilities are already empty.

Cold drinks, coffee and bagged lunches are being delivered to vehicles at the registration centre. The not for profit has also been tasked with providing meals to some seniors and to a small community outside of Fort McMurray.

"The four-year anniversary of the wildfire is coming up on May 1," added The Salvation Army.

"This will add significantly to the stress and challenges that the people of Fort McMurray are facing. Please keep the people of Fort McMurray and first responders in your prayers."