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Evacuation Order issued by Boothroyd Indian Band
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Current situation
The Boothroyd Indian Band has issued an Evacuation Order due to the Brunswick Creek wildfire. Anyone in the affected area must leave NOW.
The following areas are under Evacuation Order:
- Chaumox 11
- Sta-iy-a-Hanny 8
- Inkaht-Saph 6
- Kahmoose 4
- Boothroyd 5B
- Boothroyd 5C Reserves
Evacuees may access Emergency Support Services at the Reception Centre located at the Hope Recreation Centre.
Travel on Highway 1 may be impacted by wildfire activity. Check the DriveBC website for the most up-to-date information.
BC Wildfire Service information
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Stage:
Out of control
Evacuation Order
Travel information
Travel on Highway 1 may be impacted by wildfire activity. Check the DriveBC website for the most up-to-date information.
DriveBC: Highway 1 event information
Recommended actions for Evacuation Orders
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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Links and resources
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Mental health supports
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Wildfire evacuee guidance
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PreparedBC
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Understanding emergency events
Evacuation stages
Evacuation Alert
Be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Order
You are at risk. Leave the area immediately.
Evacuation Rescind
The threat to life and safety has passed.
Tactical Evacuation
A sudden threat to life requires immediate action. There is no time to prepare or issue written warnings. Local emergency responders coordinate the evacuation. Follow the advice and direction of authorities.