Several homes destroyed by fire in Drayton Valley, evacuation order extended another week

Four to six homes have been destroyed by fire in Drayton Valley, officials have confirmed, and they're preparing for a tough battle over the weekend as hot, dry weather sets in. In an update to residents on Friday, town officials confirmed the owners of the homes that were lost have been contacted. Residents learned the fire is still out of control, but it's now 62 per cent contained. Crews have worked to build a fire line 43 kilometres long, and military support has arrived in the community to