Sturgeon Lake First Nation raises emergency alert – paNOW

May 6, 2026

One of the latest flood ravaged communities in Saskatchewan to declare a state of emergency is a small community west of Prince Albert.

On Tuesday, Chief and Council at Sturgeon Lake First Nation passed a resolution declaring the state of emergency to help secure support and resources. Chief Christine Longjohn encouraged band members to stay calm, but be prepared.

“We do not want our members to panic, but we do need everyone to be prepared. Water levels are rising, roads are being affected and our crews are working around the clock. Our priority is the safety of our members, our families and our community,” she said.