Emergency Alerts – Archived
Tupper Creek Wildfire Evacuation Alert #1
Issued on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1100 hours (11:00 am)
Official notice: Tupper Creek Wildfire – Evacuation Alert #1
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Tupper Creek Wildfire. This Alert is being issued because of the potential danger to life and health in the area.
Evacuation Alert #1 is now in effect in the following areas:
- 198 Road and the BC Provincial border
- West to Hwy 2 and 198 Road
- Continuing west along the 198 Road to the Kiskatinaw River
- Southerly, along the Kiskatinaw River to a point due west of the intersection of the One Island Lake Road and Hwy 52E Easterly, to the junction of One Island Lake Road and Hwy 52E
- Continuing east to the BC Provincial border
- North along the BC Provincial border to the 198 Road
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Doig River Evacuation Alerts Rescinded (Cancelled)
We are happy to share that the following Doig River Evacuation Alerts have been rescinded (cancelled) as of 1200 hours (12:00 p.m.) on May 27, 2024:
- Doig River Evacuation Alert # 1, issued on May 13, 2024, at 2100 (9:00) has been rescinded (cancelled) as of 1200 hours (12:00 p.m.) on May 27, 2024.
- Doig River Evacuation Alert # 2, issued on May 13, 2024, at 2100 (9:00) has been rescinded (cancelled) as of 1200 hours (12:00 p.m.) on May 27, 2024.
- Doig River Evacuation Alert # 3, issued on May 20, 2024, at 1100 (11:00) has been rescinded (cancelled) as of 1200 hours (12:00 p.m.) on May 27, 2024.
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens. If this happens, a new Evacuation Alert or Order will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 1-800-670-7773 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
For more information about the wildfire situation, visit the BC Wildfire Service website: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map
Doig River Wildfire Evacuation Alert #3
Issued on Monday, May 20, 2024 1100 hours (11:00 am)
Official notice: Doig River Wildfire EVACUATION ALERT #3
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Doig River Wildfire, replacing the area formerly under Evacuation Order #1. This Alert is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health.
Evacuation Alert #3 is now in effect in the following area:
- Km 5.75 on Doig Road
- North to Road PDR MC9
- East for 6.75 Km
- South to Doig Road
- West to Km 5.75 on Doig Road
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Evacuation Alert Area Mapping
To determine if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can visit the PRRD Online Map Tool. Then, enter your address in the search bar at the top.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to an evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
- Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
- Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
Emergency Information Email: emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
BC Wildfire is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information, visit bcwildfire.ca
Doig River Wildfire Evacuation Order #1
Issued on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 21:00 Hrs (9:00 p.m.)
Official notice:Doig River Wildfire EVACUATION ORDER #1
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for the Doig River Wildfire. This Order is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health.
Doig River Wildfire – Order #1 is now in effect in the following area:
- Km 5.75 on Doig Road
- North to Road PDR MC9
- East for 6.75 Km
- South to Doig Road
- West to Km 5.75 on Doig Road
This Order does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Doig River Wildfire Evacuation Alert #2
Issued on Monday, May 13, 2024 2100 hours (9:00 pm)
Official notice: Doig River Wildfire EVACUATION ALERT #2
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Doig River Wildfire. This Alert is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health.
Evacuation Alert #2 is now in effect in the following area:
- Km 28 of Siphon Creek Road to Km 36 of Siphon Creek Road
- Northeast to Road PDR Osborn Access and continue East to end of road
- North for 5 Km
- West for 16.82 Km
- South to Km 28 of Siphon Creek Road
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Doig River Wildfire Evacuation Alert #1
Issued on Monday, May 13, 2024 2100 hours (9:00 pm)
Official notice: Doig River Wildfire EVACUATION ALERT #1
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Doig River Wildfire. This Alert is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health.
Evacuation Alert #1 is now in effect in the following area:
- The intersection of Milligan Creek Road and Doig Road
- North along Milligan Creek Road for 9.15 km
- East on PDR MC9 Road for 4.85 km
- South for 1 km
- East for .75 km
- South to Doig Road
- West to the intersection of Milligan Creek Road and Doig Road
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #2 is Cancelled
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #2 is Cancelled
Issued on April 26, 2024 at 15:00 hours (3:00 PM)
We are happy to share that the Wildmare Creek Fire EVACUATION ALERT 2 Rescind has been cancelled as of 15:00 hours (3:00 PM) on April 26, 2024.
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 1-800-670-7773 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #2
Issued on Wednesday, April 25, 2024 1100 hours (11:00 am)
Official notice: Wildmare Creek EVACUATION ALERT 2 (pdf)
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert area for the Wildmare Creek wildfire. This Alert is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health.
Evacuation Alert #2 is now in effect in the following areas:
- Directly West of Bisset Creek
- South to Pine River
- East to Wildmare Creek
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Evacuation Alert Area Mapping
To determine if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can visit the PRRD Online Map Tool. Then, enter your address in the search bar at the top.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to an evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
- Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
- Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
Emergency Information Email: emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
BC Wildfire is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information, visit bcwildfire.ca
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #1 is Cancelled
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #1 is Cancelled
Issued at April 25, 2024 at 11:00 hours (11:00 AM)
We are happy to share that the Wildmare Creek Fire EVACUATION ALERT #1 Rescind (PDF) has been cancelled as of 11:00 hours (11:00 AM) on April 25, 2024.
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 1-800-670-7773 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Wildmare Creek Fire Evacuation Alert #1
Issued on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 20:00 hours (8:00 pm)
Official notice: Wildmare Creek EVACUATION ALERT 1 (pdf)
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert area for the Wildmare Creek wildfire. This Alert is being issued because of the area’s potential danger to life and health. Evacuation Alert #1 is now in effect in the following areas:
- The intersection Fernando Subdivision and Hwy 97S continuing northwest for 1 Km.
- From this point, continue southwest to Wildmare Creek
- Following Wildmare Creek southeast to the Pine River
- Continuing along the Pine River northeast for 2 km
- Continue north to the railroad tracks.
- Follow the railroad tracks east for 1 Km.
- From there, continue north for .17 Km.
- Continue east for .13 Km.
- From this point, northwest to the intersection of Fernando Subdivision and Hwy 97S.
This Alert does not affect First Nations communities or municipalities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Evacuation Alert Area Mapping
To determine if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can visit the PRRD Online Map Tool. Then, enter your address in the search bar at the top.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to an evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and neighbours if they need assistance.
- Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
- Arrange transportation for all your household, and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
Emergency Information Email: emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
BC Wildfire is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information, visit bcwildfire.ca.
