Wildfire
Evacuation Alert issued for Silver Basin area
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Current situation
The Regional District of East Kootenay has issued an Evacuation Alert for multiple properties in the Silver Basin area near Bugaboo Provincial Park due to wildfire. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice.
The Evacuation Alert area is described as South of where Bugaboo Creek Road meets Septet Creek (N 50° 47′ 56.04”, W 116° 41′ 2.039) to Bugaboo Provincial Park Boundary, including Bugaboo Falls Recreation Site, Bugaboo Septet Recreation Site, CMH Lodge and includes 3 civic addresses, 1700, 1710 and 1750 Bugaboo Creek FS Road.
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
Issuing authority resources
BC Wildfire Service
Updates on wildfire information and provincial fire bans in B.C.
DriveBC
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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.