Wildfire
Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Evacuation Information
Updated on
Current situation
The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) has issued Evacuation Alerts due to the Sabina Lake and Mount Wells wildfires. These wildfires pose a risk to life and safety. Impacted residents must be ready to leave on short notice.
Contact links
Evacuation Alerts
Anyone in an area under Evacuation Alert must be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Alert
Area south of the Cheslatta River, between Skins Lake & Cheslatta Lake, north of Ootsa Lake & west of Marilla Main FSR
September 05, 2024
Evacuation Alert
Properties accessed by Ootsa Nadina Rd and local roads south and east of the Rainbow Lake recreation site.
September 06, 2024
Recommended actions for an Evacuation Alert
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Alert, be ready to leave on short notice
Refer to the Evacuation Alert and instructions for information specific to your community
Monitor local information channels on the web, social media, radio and TV
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Evacuation Rescinded
The threat to life and safety has passed.
Links and resources
BC Wildfire Service
- Latest wildfire information and provincial fire bans.
- For updates on specific fire locations and status, review the BC Wildfire Fire List.
Wildfire evacuee guidance
Emergency evacuee guidance information for the public. Always follow the instructions of your Local Authority or First Nation.
DriveBC
- Latest travel and highway updates in BC.
- Find your regional DriveBC Twitter account.
Wildfire evacuee guidance
Information about services available for British Columbians who are experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for wildfires with resources from PreparedBC.