May 15, 2023 2130hrs
The Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for the Cameron River/Halfway area due immediate danger to life safety caused by a wildfire.
The Cameron River Evacuation Order is in effect for Upper Halfway Road from Cameron River to Lexau Ranch.
YOU MUST LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY
- Travel to Chetwynd via Highway 97 to Highway 29N
- Register for Emergency Support Services (ESS):
- At the Chetwynd Rec Center, 4552 N Access Rd, Chetwynd, BC
- If the center is closed when you arrive, call 250-556-4173
- Note that anyone who needs a hotel room will be diverted to Prince George.
- 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 and lock all windows and
- Close gates (latch) but do not
- Gather your family and, if you have room, take a neighbour or someone needing transportation. Do not use more vehicles then you have
- Take critical items (medicine, purse, wallet, cell and charger and keys) only if they are immediately Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
- Do not use the telephone unless you need emergency
- Please visit prrd.bc.ca and BC Wildfire Services regularly for current information.
