COLD LAKE FIRST NATIONS – The search for Whyette Scanie continues today, with crews returning to the Beaver River as efforts to bring him home safely continue.

Cold Lake First Nations Fire Rescue and Cold Lake Search and Rescue will be on the river conducting search operations.

CLFN is asking community members and the public to stay away from the search area and give crews the space they need to safely carry out their work.

While water levels on the Beaver River have dropped, conditions along the river remain dangerous.

“Although water levels have gone down, the riverbanks remain unstable and unsafe,” Cold Lake First Nations said in an update. “Please do not approach the river or enter the search area.”

The Nation is thanking the community for its continued patience, cooperation and support as search crews continue their efforts.

“We thank everyone for their continued cooperation, patience, and support as crews continue their efforts to bring Whyette home safely.”

CLFN is also asking the community to keep Whyette, his family and those involved in the ongoing search in their thoughts.

Further updates are expected as information becomes available.