Wildfire
Evacuation Alert UPGRADED to Evacuation Order for Charlotte Lake and Dusty Lake area
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Current situation
The Cariboo Regional District has upgraded the Evacuation Alert to an Evacuation Order for the Charlotte Lake and Dusty Lake area due to wildfire. This wildfire is a threat to safety. Anyone in the affected area must leave immediately.
BC Wildfire Service information
Fire name:
Dusty Lake wildfire (C51880)
Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Order (PDF), you are at risk. You must leave immediately.
Evacuate following this route(s): Proceed to Highway 20 then head east to Williams Lake.
An Emergency Support Services (ESS) Reception Centre is open at: Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex, 525 Proctor St, Williams Lake.
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Links and resources
BC Wildfire Service
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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.
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.