Wildfire
Evacuation Order issued for Bamfield and Cherry Creek Electoral Areas
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Current situation
The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for the Bamfield and Cherry Creek Electoral Areas due to the Mount Underwood wildfire. Anyone in the affected area must leave the area immediately.
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Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Order, you are at risk. You must leave immediately.
Refer to the Evacuation Order for information specific to your community.
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Evacuation Alert
Be ready to leave on short notice.
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You are at risk. Leave the area immediately.
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The threat to life and safety has passed.