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Wildfires are occurring in parts of B.C. For the most up to date information visit your Local Authority or First Nation website.

Evacuation Rescinds:

• Tl’etinqox Government:
  • Information & map: Evacuation Alert RESCIND (PDF)
  • Fire location & status: Dripping Water Wildfire
  • Tl’etinqox Government updates:
    • Facebook

• Cariboo Regional District:
  • Information & map: Evacuation Rescind (PDF)
  • Fire location & status: Dripping Water Wildfire
  • Cariboo Regional District updates:
    • Twitter
    • Facebook
• Thompson-Nicola Regional District:
  • Information & map: Evacuation Rescind (PDF)
  • Fire location & status: Lost Valley Wildfire
  • Thompson-Nicola Regional District updates:
    • Twitter
    • Facebook

Recommended Actions

Evacuation Order:

Follow directions from your Local Authority or First Nation:

1. If you are in the area under Evacuation Order, you are at risk and must leave immediately
2. Self-register for Emergency Support Services
3. Refer to the Evacuation Order for information specific to your community
4. Monitor local information channels on the web, social media, radio and TV

Evacuation Alert:

Follow directions from your Local Authority or First Nation:

1. If you are in the area under Evacuation Alert, be ready to leave on short notice
2. Review your emergency plan and stock your grab-and-go-bag
3. Refer to the Evacuation Alert for information specific to your community
4. Monitor local information channels on the web, social media, radio and TV

Resources

Wildfires move fast, so develop a household plan, put together your grab-and-go bag and connect with your neighbours. Learn about the emergency response plan for your area by contacting your Local Authority or First Nation.

• Wildfire evacuee guidance
• Latest wildfire information and provincial fire bans: BC Wildfire Service
• Latest travel and highway updates: DriveBC

For more information on how to prepare for wildfires, visit PreparedBC.

Stages of Evacuation

Evacuation Order: You are at risk. Leave the area immediately. You are encouraged to register all family members at the nearest reception centre so emergency responders know you are safe.

Evacuation Alert: Be ready to leave on short notice. Gather your grab-and-go bags and ensure your vehicle has fuel. If you leave before or during this alert, it’s called a voluntary evacuation.

Evacuation Rescinded: All is currently safe and you can return home. Stay tuned for other possible evacuation alerts or orders.