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Wildfire
Evacuation Order issued for Electoral Area A – Boston Bar
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Current situation
The Fraser Valley Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for the Electoral Area A – Boston Bar area due to the Brunswick Creek and Ainslie Creek wildfires. If you are in the area you must leave NOW.
Evacuees in need of in-person support can go to Shxwhá:y Village, 44680 Schweyey Road, Chilliwack.
Travel in British Columbia may be impacted by wildfire. Check DriveBC.ca for the latest travel advisories.
The Evacuation Order applies only to lands and properties within Fraser Valley Regional District Electoral Areas. Check the Evacuation Order below for a list of impacted properties.
BC EMERGENCY ALERT issued by Boston Bar First Nation and Fraser Valley Regional District due to wildfire.
Evacuate immediately if you are in the vicinity of Boston Bar, Boston Bar First Nation, North Bend and Canyon Alpine that are currently under Evacuation Order.
A new wildfire is creating a significant risk to life.
Evacuate North via Highway 1 to McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre at 1665 Island Parkway in Kamloops. If you are unable to evacuate call 9-1-1.
Evacuation Order
Travel information
Highway travel may be impacted by wildfire activity. Check the DriveBC website for the most up-to-date information.
DriveBC: Highway 1 event information
BC Wildfire Service information
Fire name:
Stage:
Out of control
Fire name:
Stage:
Out of control
Fire name: V11090
Stage:
Out of control
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.
Create a profile or login to
Emergency Support Services (ESS) and learn how to access short-term basic support.
Additional supports for evacuees include:
- Cultural Welcoming Centre: In-person help for any evacuee at Shxwhá:y Village, 44680 Schweyey Road,
Chilliwack. - BC Evacuee Helpline: 1-800-387-4258. Staff can guide you through registration, complete your needs
assessment, and answer questions about your evacuation.
If you live in a First Nation community, please look to your community leadership for information.
Links and resources
BC Wildfire Service
Updates on wildfire information and provincial fire bans in B.C.
DriveBC
Find the latest travel and highway updates in B.C. from DriveBC on X (Twitter).
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.
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.