Boundary Lake Evacuation Order #2

May 6, 2023 0045hrs

The Peace River Regional District has expanded the evacuation ORDER for the Boundary Lake wildfire (G80220) for properties in the BOUNDARY/GOODLOW area. The area has been expanded as a result of aggressive fire behavior and the risk to life safety. Members of the RCMP and other applicable agencies will be expediting this action.

The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following areas:

• on the East to the Alberta border
• on the South to the south-side of Imperial Avenue
• on the West to the West side of 223 Road
• on the North to the North side of 256 Road.

1. Evacuate the area immediately!
2. Due to smoke and fire in the area, it is recommended to evacuate through the following route:
   • Proceed west along the Cecil Lake Road to Fort St John
3. For Emergency Support Services call (250) 794-3310.
4. Please visit prrd.bc.ca and BC Wildfire Services regularly for current information.

• If you need transportation assistance from the area, advise the person providing this notice or call 1-800-670-7773.
• Shut off all gas and electrical appliances, other than refrigerators and freezers.
• Close all windows and doors
• Close gates (latch) but do not lock
• Gather your family and, if you have room, take a neighbour or someone needing transportation. Do not use more vehicles than you have to.
• Take critical items (medicine, purse, wallet, cell & charger and keys) only if they are immediately available. Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
• Do not use the telephone unless you need emergency assistance.

PRRD residents are encouraged to monitor prrd.bc.ca and bcwildfire.ca for further updates regarding active wildfires in the region.  Residents impacted by evacuation orders or alerts can contact the PRRD at 1-800-670-7773 for planning and assistance with any transportation, mobility, health, or other needs.

For a full list of civic addresses that this ORDER applies to see below.

Evacuation ORDER #2 May 6, 2023