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Wildfire

Evacuation Alert rescinded for the Premier Lake and Lussier River area

Updated on

July 15, 2026
11:30 am

Current situation

The Regional District of East Kootenay has rescinded the Evacuation Alert issued for the Premier Lake and Lussier River area due to the Lussier River (N20809) wildfire.

The Evacuation Alert is rescinded for the following areas:

  • Approximately six Kilometers north of Premier Lake, continues to south of Premier Lake Campground, extends approximately 2.5 kilometers west of Premier Lake, and east to the base of the mountains.

BC Wildfire Service information

Fire name:

Lussier River Wildfire (N20809)

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.