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Current advisories

Current Wildfire Information: Sept. 22, 2023.

Posted on September 22, 2023 at 12:30 pm

For the most up-to-date information on wildfire Evacuation Orders and Alerts, visit your Local Authority or First Nation website or see the list below. For more information on wildfire...

Severe Drought: Water Usage Restriction Order. Village of McBride. Sept. 20, 2023.

Posted on September 19, 2023 at 5:00 pm

The Village of McBride has declared a State of Local Emergency due to severe drought and has issued a Water Usage Restriction Order (PDF). Effective at 12:00am on Wednesday, September...

 

Drought in BC

Learn more about current drought conditions in BC and how you can help conserve water.

 

PreparedBC

During an emergency, being prepared will help you respond better and recover faster. Visit Prepared BC online or on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) to: