Fisher had to evacuate his farm late Monday evening because of a large fire raging north of Prince Albert, Sask., about 135 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon. WATCH | Fire threatens homes, businesses:Prince Albert, Sask., remains under state of emergency with wildfire threatening city CBC News Saskatchewan 0:58 A state of emergency is in effect as a wildfire continues to spread in Prince Albert, Sask. Roberts said heavy smoke drifted into in Prince Albert last night and that residents should expect more this evening. LISTEN | Fisher speaks with Saskatoon Morning:5:36 Man with house near Prince Albert area wildfire talks about fire's rapid rise The wind, heat and dry conditions have had scary consequences north of Prince Albert. WATCH | Community gathers video of Prince Albert, Sask., fire:Community gathers video of Prince Albert, Sask., fire CBC News Saskatchewan 1:20 A state of emergency remains in effect for Prince Albert and the rural municipality of Buckland.

Source: CBC News May 18, 2021 15:47 UTC