Veronica Doleman

she/her
An autistic mom in rural Alberta
#ActuallyAutistic

[Keith @keetmuise]

Danielle Smith doesn’t care about disabled people.

#FireUCP #DanielleSmithMustGo #education #kids

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

My breathe mask has been amazing during my stay for emergency ankle surgery. I can sleep so easily in it 👌

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@themaggieshow_ A great response! 👌👌

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@themaggieshow_ I think it was a great response!

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@themaggieshow_ 💜💜 learning to accept my mistakes and give myself the grace I would give anyone else has been my hardest lesson. It's admirable that you're able to reflect and see what you could have done better!

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@themaggieshow_ Ugh I'm sorry this happened. It definitely seems like an over reaction and could have been a discussion about their idea of what supervision and appropriate proximity look like. And then risk mitigation because it sounds like a hazard that needs to be addressed for everyone sake!

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

Not pictured: my little 🥔 in their flo mask 👌 #YallMasking

[🌸Bibi🌸♿ @BibiBlossoms]

Hi I'm Abi! I'm a Black disabled queer creator! Please share, it could lead to my next sale!

I sell pins, compression gloves, artist gloves, wrist braces, hip braces, hoodies, skorts, compression socks & more!

Store details below!

[🌸Bibi🌸♿ @BibiBlossoms]

It may not be Juneteenth, but it costs 0$ to Repost a Black disabled queer small business everyday! It could lead to my next sale.

I sell pins, stickers, compression gloves, binders, hip braces, wrist braces, compression socks, hoodies & more!

Store details below!

[Black Autistic Kayla @KaylaBeingMe]

Hello everyone,

If you are able to help me out to pay for my hotel and airplane ticket expenses. I am at $761 out of $2,000. I need $2,000 to reach my goal. Share it around.

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@hutchleah Haha I wasn't sure how to use the halo strap for my little ones flo mask but this picture helped me see how it works 😆👌

[Veronica Doleman @VeronicaDoleman]

@adamfare1996 Every. Time. Why is there always a panel the wrong way?! It is like my signature now!

[rmwoodbuffalo @RMWoodBuffalo]

May 17, 2 p.m. MWF-017 Update

A wildfire update from Alberta Wildfire will be provided in our evening update.

Information

The wildfire danger level is now listed as “Low”. While this is great news, please remember that fire activity can change quickly depending on weather conditions. It’s important to stay prepared and follow trusted sources of information.

In today’s live update, Regional Fire Chief Jody Butz shared that RCMP visited every evacuated neighbourhood yesterday to document conditions of each home, and no damages were observed or reported.

40 RCMP members are fully dedicated to the security, safety, and patrols of these evacuated neighbourhoods.

If you missed the live update from Mayor Sandy Bowman, Chief Jody Butz and Alberta Wildfire Information Officer Josee St. Onge, you can watch the recording at https://t.co/PRiHsi0xwI.

As of 2 p.m., 2,690 evacuees have registered at an in-person reception centre in Lac La Biche, Cold Lake and Edmonton.

Reminders

Curbside collection has now resumed. Please put your bins out on the curb before 7:30 a.m. on your regular collection day. Curbside collection remains suspended in areas under evacuation order.

If you live in Fort McMurray and missed your normal collection day on Wednesday or Tuesday, please put your bins out for pickup tomorrow, May 18.

The landfill is currently open for commercial users only. This ensures apartments, condos, businesses, etc. can continue to recycle and dispose of waste.

Mental health supports

We recognize that community members are experiencing a wide range of emotions and reactions to the wildfire in the region. There are many local and professional mental health resources available for anyone who needs support. For a quick reference list, please visit https://t.co/rWvx7d4Aq7.

Trusted sources of information

During an emergency, it is crucial to follow trusted information sources such as https://t.co/NC8v52IQQm and Alberta Wildfire.

For the latest information, visit https://t.co/rWvx7d4Aq7. For the most trusted and recent wildfire information, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit https://t.co/urKNtIl0AL.

[Keith @keetmuise]

Why won’t the NLTA acknowledge the dangers that Covid19 presents for teachers and students?
@TrentLangdonNL ? I’ve sent multiple emails to you and the rest of the @NLTeachersAssoc executive, and have heard nothing back. #newfoundland #teacher #covid #longcovid #CovidIsNotOver

[rmwoodbuffalo @RMWoodBuffalo]

May 16, 6:30 p.m. MWF-017 Update

Wildfire Information Update from Alberta Wildfire

MWF017 is classified as out of control at 19,820 hectares. The size reduction is due to a more accurate scan of the wildfire perimeter.

As of p.m. today, the closest point of the fire remains about 5.5 km from the Fort McMurray landfill and 4.5 km from the intersection of highways 63 and 881.

There was limited growth on the wildfire today. Rain showers helped lower fire activity and allowed firefighters to make good progress. More rain is expected overnight and tomorrow.

Firefighters worked on building a containment line today and heavy equipment continued to work on fire guards to the southwest of Fort McMurray.

Heavy equipment will continue to work overnight. Three-night vision helicopters will also be dropping water on hot spots, if weather conditions permit.

There are 172 firefighters, 22 helicopters and 57 pieces of heavy equipment currently assigned to the wildfire.

Firefighters have completed structure protection in the Abasand, Prairie Creek and Beacon Hill neighbourhoods, as well as on the Rickards Landing Industrial Park, Gregoire Lake Estates and Gregoire Lake 176.

Information

The May 17 community update with Mayor Sandy Bowman, Chief Jody Butz and Information Officer Josee St. Onge is scheduled for 10 am tomorrow morning at https://t.co/aYDp6J9Q9l

Reminder: A fire ban was implemented on May 15 in the urban service area of Fort McMurray to mirror the fire ban and OHV restriction enacted within the Forest Protection Area by Alberta Wildfire.

Pre-suppression and structural protection efforts have completed 4.5km of ground applied retardant (168 000L) and laid 4.9km of 12” water lines with water cannons in interface areas and the highway corridor as of May 16.

Today, media were escorted by RMWB representatives through the evacuated communities to see first-hand, the response efforts by Alberta Wildfire.

For information for evacuees, including mental health resources, please visit https://t.co/rWvx7d4Aq7

Trusted sources of information

During an emergency, it is crucial to follow trusted information sources such as https://t.co/NC8v52IQQm and Alberta Wildfire.

For the latest evacuation alerts, visit https://t.co/rWvx7d4Aq7. For the most trusted and recent wildfire information, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit https://t.co/9ARnO2YUiY.

#RMWB #YMM

[rmwoodbuffalo @RMWoodBuffalo]

May 15, 3 p.m. MWF-017 Update

Wildfire Update

· MWF017 is classified as out of control at 20,940 hectares.
· As of 2 p.m. today, the closest point of the fire is about 5.5 km from the Fort McMurray landfill and 4.5 km from the intersection of highways 63 and 881.
· Three night vision helicopters worked overnight to drop water on the fire’s active edges and firefighters patrolled from the highway to monitor fire activity.
· Less than 1 mm of rain fell on the wildfire overnight. Active fire behaviour is expected today but should be less than yesterday, thanks to cooler temperatures and weaker winds.
· Winds from the northeast at 10 km/h are expected today, which should push the fire away from Fort McMurray and Highway 63. A high of 16C is expected.
· Firefighters are back on the fire line today and are working on a containment line. Helicopters and airtankers are dropping water and retardant on the active edges of the fire. Heavy equipment operators are building fire guards to the southwest of Fort McMurray.
· There are 117 firefighters and 21 helicopters are currently assigned to the wildfire.
· Firefighters are working on structure protection in the Prairie Creek and Beacon Hill neighbourhoods. Structure protection was installed on the Rickards Landing Industrial Park, Gregoire Lake Estates and Gregoire Lake 176. A plan is in place for structure protection along Amoco road, if required.
Provincial Emergency financial assistance +

Evacuation Payments
· Albertans in need of emergency financial assistance as they evacuate from an area under an evacuation order are encouraged to contact the Provincial Income Support Emergency Contact Centre at 1-866-644-5135.
· Albertans who have been evacuated under an order for 7 or more days may be eligible to receive a one-time payment of $1,250 for each adult and an additional $500 for each child under 18. More information on how to apply will be available from the Government of Alberta soon.
· For more information, visit https://t.co/CWMQFiUmKQ.

Evacuation Update
· 6,600 residents have evacuated under the Evacuation Order with approximately 10% registered at the reception centres in Lac LaBiche, Cold Lake and Edmonton. As a reminder, if you are under an evacuation order, and even if you do not require accommodations, please register at one of the reception centres or online at MyAlberta Emergency Registration System (MAERS)
· The only communities that are under the evacuation order are Abasand, Beacon Hill, Grayling Terrace and Prairie Creek.
· Residents on evacuation order should plan to be away from home until at least Tuesday, May 21. This is subject to change based on the wildfire situation.
· Please note, the level of accommodation offered to evacuees is basic. Additional costs, such as room service, room damages, etc., will be the resident's responsibility.
· If you missed this morning’s update with Mayor Sandy Bowman, Chief Jody Butz and Alberta Wildfire Information Officer Josee St. Onge you can watch the recording on the RMWB YouTube.
· For anyone who has left Fort McMurray and is not under the evacuation order, please know it is safe to be in your neighbourhoods and communities. The areas on evacuation alert are being monitored closely for safety. Many businesses remain open for services.
· We encourage local businesses to remain open where possible as there are many neighbourhoods and communities that are not under an evacuation order. There are still many residents that require goods and services.
· Reception centres are not accepting donations (monetary or material) at any reception centre or emergency response facility at this time.

[rmwoodbuffalo @RMWoodBuffalo]

May 14, 8p.m. MWF-017 Update
Wildfire Status, Evacuation order + SOLE

MWF-017 remains out of control at 20,940 hectares.

The wildfire continues to be very active. The closest point of the fire is about 7.5 km from the Fort McMurray landfill. The wildfire is about 6 km from the intersection of highways 63 and 881.

An Evacuation Order has been issued for Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace. Evacuees should follow all signs, designated evacuation routes and instructions from emergency responders.

Evacuees should register online. Evacuees are encouraged to leave Fort McMurray, but may remain in other neighbourhoods if they wish. If evacuees choose to relocate to other neighbourhoods, evacuation supports from the Municipality will not be available.

RV and Camping accommodations are available in Lac La Biche, however hotels are full. If you would like to obtain RV and camping acommodations as an evacuee, please report to Parkland 2 centre.

If you are an evacuee from an area that is under an evacuation order and require food and accommodation, please report to the new reception centre at the Cold Lake Agriplexlocated at 4608 38th Avenue.

To access accommodation, you must first report to the reception centre. Once you've registered, you can then check into the appropriate hotel, motel or campground as instructed at the reception centre.

An evacuation alert remains in place for Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek Estates, Gregoire Lake Estates, Fort McMurray First Nation #468, Anzac, and Rickards Landing Industrial Park.

On May 14 at 1:30 p.m. the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo declared a State of Local Emergency.

Travel Considerations

RCMP have advised that North Bound Highway 63 from Highway 881 to Airport Road is closed to allow for emergency management operations.

Southbound lanes remain open for evacuees.

For those not under an evacuation order

If your community is not currently under an evacuation order, please prioritize those who must leave. If you choose to evacuate without being under an official order, you will not be eligible for support and lodging, including accommodation and meals.

Remember, the Fort McMurray regional landfill is closed for public and commercial drop off. This also means curbside collection will not continue for the rest of the week.

Wildfire Operations + Preparedness

Firefighters were pulled from the fire line this afternoon for safety reasons.

Helicopters and airtankers are still able to fly and are dropping water on the active edges of the fire.

Two night vision helicopters will work overnight.

There are 70 firefighters and 14 helicopters currently assigned to the wildfire.

A favourable wind shift is expected tonight, as a new weather system enters the region. Winds from the west-northwest are expected, which should push the fire away from Fort McMurray and Highway 63.

Firefighters are working on structure protection in the Prairie Creek and Beacon Hill neighbourhoods. Structure protection was installed on the Rickards Landing Industrial Park, Gregoire Lake Estates. A plan is in place for structure protection along Amoco Road, if required.

The cause of this wildfire remains under investigation

Follow Trusted Sources of Information

There will be live-community update on RMWB Youtube and Facebook Pages tomorrow morning at 11 a.m. https://t.co/EkLrImFmm2

During an emergency, it is crucial to follow trusted information sources such as https://t.co/NC8v52JoFU and Alberta Wildfire.

The Municipality is aware of social media pages and groups spreading misinformation, posting photos without context, and causing panic. Always rely on https://t.co/IF1teM0Vzn and Alberta Wildfire for accurate updates.

We encourage community members, social media administrators, and the media to share this information.

For the latest evacuation alerts, visit https://t.co/rWvx7d58fF. For the most trusted and recent wildfire information, download the Alberta Wildfire App or visit https://t.co/9ARnO2Zs8w.

Wildfire Smoke

During periods of increased smoke activity, stay indoors as much as possible and keep windows and doors closed.

For up-to-date information on smoke in the region, visit https://t.co/AeyXuFmEQg.

The presence of wildfires and smoke can evoke a range of emotions. Many local public and professional mental health resources are available for support. Please reach out if you need assistance.

[rmwoodbuffalo @RMWoodBuffalo]

Evacuation Order: Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace move to evacuation order; be prepared to be evacuated by 4 p.m.
https://t.co/Orh07IAEeA

[Fort McMurray Today @FortMacToday]

People in Abasand, Beacon Hill, Grayling Terrace and Prairie Creek on two-hour evacuation notice.

This is not an evacuation order, but people should be ready to leave within two hours if told to do so. https://t.co/Qm3G9ybGab