Wildfire
Evacuation Order issued for Downing Provincial Park
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The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for Downing Provincial Park due to the Pear Lake (C40983) wildfire. This wildfire poses a threat to life and safety. Anyone in the area must evacuate NOW.
Approximately 38 addressed properties east of Downing Park remain on Evacuation Alert, located on Jesmond Road and Pavilion-Clinton Road.
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.
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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.