Wildfire
Evacuation Alert issued by Central Coast Regional District, Ulkatcho Nation, and Tŝilhqot’in National Government
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Current situation
The Central Coast Regional District, Ulkatcho Nation, and Tŝilhqot’in National Government have issued an Evacuation Alert for the Hotnarko Lake/Precipice Valley (approximately 14 kilometres south of Highway 20 and 23 kilometres southwest of Anahim Lake) area due to wildfire. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice.
BC Wildfire Service information
Fire name:
Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Alert, be ready to leave on short notice.
Review your emergency plan and stock your grab-and-go-bag.
Refer to the Evacuation Alert for information specific to your community.
Links and resources
BC Wildfire Service
Updates on wildfire information and provincial fire bans in B.C.
DriveBC
Latest travel and highway updates in B.C. Find your regional DriveBC X (Twitter) account.
Mental health supports
Find information about the services available if you are experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges.
Wildfire evacuee guidance
Find general emergency evacuee guidance. Always follow the instructions of your Local Authority or First Nation.
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for wildfires with resources from PreparedBC.
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.