Aug 23, 2023
RCMP say they will use enforcement at checkpoints
RCMP in the Northwest Territories say they’ll be delivering firm deterrence to the steady trickle of people trying to return to the communities — but they’re hoping to be able to get the message across without resorting to jail or fines.
At a Wednesday evening wildfire update, N.W.T. officials said existing evacuation orders have been updated to make it clear that anyone who is not an essential worker needs to leave the territory — and not come back.
Enforcement will be focused on the two staffed checkstops, one located at the junction of Highways 1 and 2, and the other located on Highway 3 at Kilometre 272 between Yellowknife and Behchokǫ, a community about 110 kilometres northwest of the capital city, said Jennifer Young, information officer for the territory’s emergency management organization.
“Please follow the instructions of staff at the checkstops,” Young said. “Those who refuse to follow these instructions will be reported to the RCMP.”
Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nwt-wildfire-update-august-23-2023-1.6945337