Emergency Alerts – Archived
Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert #4
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has adjusted the Evacuation Alert area for the Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes wildfires.
The properties that were under an Evacuation Order #3 for the Donnie Lakes/Tommy Creek wildfires are now under Evacuation Alert #4. This includes the following areas:
- North of the Beatton River on the Tommy Lakes Road and the Beatton Airport Road
- North of Grewatsch Creek on PDR 22
- Extending North to the border with the Norther Rockies Regional Municipality
The communities that were previously under Evacuation Alert #3 are no longer under an Alert. This includes the following areas:
- Nig Creek and North of Nig Creek on the Beatton Airport Road
- North of24 km on Tommy Lakes Road
- East of Highway 97 from Mile 120 to Trutch
- Including all areas within 20 km of the Donnie Creek Evacuation Order Area.
This notification does not apply to First Nations communities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Map of Evacuation Alert Area
Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert #4 Map PDF
To search for your address to see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, got to the Online Map Tool and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
It is important to remain prepared to leave your home on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert is 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/or 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.
- Make a plan for livestock if applicable. For information on provincial resources, please see the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock Relocation Information.
- If you will need assistance to evacuate 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 and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert Checklist is available to help you prepare for an evacuation.
Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert #4 PDF
For more information:
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
PRRD Emergency Information Line: 250-219-5210
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.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #6
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has adjusted the Evacuation Alert area for the Red Creek/Stoddart Creek wildfires.
The properties that were under an Evacuation Order #4 for the Red Creek and Stoddart Creek wildfires are now under Evacuation Alert #6. This includes the following areas:
- Buick Creek
- Mile 70
- West Murdale
- Any properties on the west side of Highway 97 that were still under an Evacuation Order for the Red Creek wildfire
The communities that were previously under Evacuation Alert #5 are no longer under an Alert or Order. This includes the following areas:
- Rose Prairie
- Red Creek
- Montney
- Coffee Creek
- Prespatou
- Altona
- Peejay
- Osborn
- Mile 62½
- East side of Highway 97 from Wonowon to Mile 120
This notification does not apply to First Nations communities as they issue their own Orders and Alerts.
Map of Evacuation Alert Area
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #6 Map PDF
To search for your address to see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, got to the Online Map Tool and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
It is important to remain prepared to leave your home on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert is 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/or 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.
- Make a plan for livestock if applicable. For information on provincial resources, please see the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock Relocation Information.
- If you will need assistance to evacuate 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 and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert Checklist is available to help you prepare for an evacuation.
Stoddart Creek/Red Creek Evacuation Alert #6 PDF
For more information:
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
PRRD Emergency Information Line: 250-219-5210
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.
Cameron River Evacuation Alert #2
May 13, 2023 1500 hrs (3:00 p.m.)
The Peace River Regional District has issued an expanded the Evacuation Alert area for the Cameron River wildfire.
Properties that were under an Evacuation Order are now included in Evacuation Alert #2, and the communities that were under Evacuation Alert #1 remain under Alert #2.
The communities that are now all included in Evacuation Alert #2 include:
- on the Upper Halfway Road from Cameron River to Lexau Ranch
- the area south of the Halfway River, between Kobes Creek and Ground Birch Creek
This notification does not apply to the Halfway River First Nation.
Map of Evacuation Alert Area
Cameron Creek Evacuation Alert #2 Map PDF
To search for your address to see if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can use the Map Tool at http://ow.ly/fnHU50OpKnH. 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/or 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 will need assistance to evacuate 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 and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Cameron River Evacuation Alert #2 PDF
For more information:
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
PRRD Emergency Information Line: 250-219-5210
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.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Order #3
May 17, 2023 [1100] hrs (11:00 a.m.)
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has reduced the Evacuation Order area for the Red Creek and Stoddart Creek wildfires. As part of this change, the following communities are no longer under an Evacuation Order and are now under an Evacuation Alert:
- North Pine
- Pineview,
- Northern sections of Charlie Lake (north of Highway 29 and 246 Road)
The following communities remain under Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Order #3:
- Rose Prairie
- Montney, Buick
- Coffee Creek
- Prespatou
- Altona
- Peejay
- Osborn
- Nig Creek
- Murdale
BC Wildfire Service has recommended the change to boundaries of the Red Creek/Stoddart Evacuation Order as a result of changes in fire activity.
YOU MUST LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY WHEN THERE IS AN EVACUATION ORDER
Evacuation Orders are issued on the recommendation of BC Wildfire when there is an immediate threat to life safety. Anyone under the age of 19 is required to evacuate by law.
If you need assistance to evacuate from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please advise the person providing this notice or call 1-800-670-7773.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WHEN YOU EVACUATE:
- If you have already evacuated, please remain where you are.
- If you have not yet evacuated please travel by safest route to Fort St. John and register for Emergency Support Services (ESS) at the reception centre at North Peace Arena – 9805 96 Ave Fort St. John, BC. If after hours please call 250-794-3310. If local accommodations are unavailable, you will be redirected to the nearest community.
- Shut off all gas and electrical appliances, other than refrigerators and freezers.
- If you have time and it is safe to do so, please shut off your gas supply at the meter. To do this, take a wrench, and turn the valve 90 degrees to the off position.
- Close and lock all windows and doors.
- Close gates (latch) but do not lock them.
- Gather your family and, if you have room, take a neighbour or someone needing transportation. Do not use more vehicles than needed.
- Take critical items (identification, credit cards, medicine, cell, phone and charger, and keys) only if they are immediately available.
- Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
Map of Evacuation Area
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Order #3 Map PDF
To search for your address to see if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can use the Map Tool and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
Please visit prrd.bc.ca for updates on Evacuation Orders and Alerts, and visit bcwildfire.ca for updates on the wildfire status and firefighting response.
Additional information about the Evacuation Order will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Order #3
For more information:
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
PRRD Emergency Information Line: 250-219-5210
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.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #4
May 17, 2023 1100 hrs (11:00 a.m.)
A number of changes have been made to the Evacuation Alert Area for the Red Creek/Stoddart Creek wildfires based on recommendations from BC Wildfire.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #4 now includes the new properties that were previously under an Evacuation Order; however, there are also some properties that are no longer under an Evacuation Alert.
The areas that were previously under an Evacuation Order and are now under Evacuation Alert #4 are in the northern sections of Charlie Lake (north of Highway 29 and south of mile 62 1/2, which includes the following communities:
- North Pine
- Pineview
- Northern sections of Charlie Lake (North of Highway 29 and 246 Road, south of Mile 62)
The Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert has been cancelled for the southern sections of Charlie Lake, including the following communities:
- Cecil Lake
- Goodlow
- Baldonnel
- Two Rivers
- Bear Flats
The properties under Evacuation Alert #4 includes the areas north of Highway 29, 246 Road and Cecil Lake Road, west of Beatton River, Northwest of Doig River and Siphon Creek Road, extending east towards the Alberta border.
Map of Evacuation Alert Area
Map of Red Creek Stoddart Creek Fire Alert4_20230517
To search for your address to see if your property is under an Evacuation Order or an Evacuation Alert, you can use the Map Tool at http://ow.ly/fnHU50OpKnH and 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/or 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 will need assistance to evacuate 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 and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Evacuation ALERT #4 Red Creek Stoddart Creek PDF
For more information:
Additional information about Evacuation Alerts and Orders will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
PRRD Emergency Information Line: 250-219-5210
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.
Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert #2
May 16, 2023 0010hrs
The Peace River Regional District has amended the Evacuation Alert for the Donnie Creek and Tommy Lakes areas. BC Wildfire Service has recommended an evacuation alert as a result of the Donnie Creek Wildfire. This area is primarily used by forestry, and gas and oil industry operations.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert is in effect for the following areas:
- At the northern boundary of the PRRD – 5 km east of Highway 97,
- At Sikanni Chief – 13 km east of Highway 97,
- Between km 50 and km 77 on Tommy Lakes Road,
- 20 kms east of Wendy Lake, and
- to the border with the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in the North.
Donnie Creek Overview_20230515
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.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave the area on short notice.
- Industry and other area users should be prepared to shut down operations and evacuate the area immediately.
- Refer to your emergency operational plan and risk assessment for a wildfire evacuation.
- Locate all staff and contractors and ensure they are aware of your evacuation plan should an Evacuation Order be called.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com.
- For camps and other accommodations, use the Evacuation Alert Checklist at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.
Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Cameron River Wildfire Evacuation Alert #1
May 15, 2023 2130 hrs
The Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Cameron Lake and Halfway River areas. BC Wildfire Service has recommended an evacuation alert as a result of the Cameron River Wildfire. T
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Cameron River Evacuation Alert is in effect for the area south of the Halfway River, between Kobes Creek and Ground Birch Creek.
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.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave the area on short notice.
- Industry and other area users should be prepared to shut down operations and evacuate the area immediately.
- Refer to your emergency operational plan and risk assessment for a wildfire evacuation.
- Locate all staff and contractors and ensure they are aware of your evacuation plan should an Evacuation Order be called.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com.
- For camps and other accommodations, use the Evacuation Alert Checklist at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.
Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Red Creek & Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #3
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by Peace River Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).
BC Wildfire Service has recommended an expanded evacuation alert as a result of the Red Creek and Stoddart Creek wildfires. Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert.
The Evacuation Alert is in effect for the following areas:
- Charlie Lake, Baldonnel, Clayhurst, Two Rivers and Flatrock, Goodlow and Cecil Lake
The Evacuation Alert applies to all areas north of the Peace River from Bear Flats to the Clayhurst/Don Phillips Bridge, extending to the southern boundary of the Evacuation Order. A map is provided on the following page.
Red Creek/Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #3 Map
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 evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- 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
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 members. Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- If you will need assistance to evacuate from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
Red Creek Evacuation Alert #3
The Peace River Regional District has adjusted the boundary of the Red Creek Evacuation Alert area. There has been no expansion to the Alert area. The updated Alert addresses areas that previously overlapped with the Stoddart Creek wildfire Evacuation Alert and Order. With the adjusted boundaries, those areas have been removed from the Red Creek Evacuation Alert to eliminate any possible confusion among the public.
Red Creek Evacuation Alert #3 now applies to properties on the west side of Highway 97 from Highway 29 to the Beatton Airport Road.
To see if your property is affected by this adjustment:
- Use the webmap tool
- Click on the “I want to…” blue box on the map, and select “Search for address” to enter your address information.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave
This Evacuation Alert has been issued to advise you to be prepared to evacuate your premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- 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/or 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 will need assistance to evacuate 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 and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #2
May 14, 2023 1730 hrs (5:30 p.m.)
The Peace River Regional District has expanded the Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert area. BC Wildfire Service has recommended this expanded Evacuation Alert because of the potential danger to life and health as a result of the Stoddart Creek Wildfire (G80291).
Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #2 includes the following new areas:
- Pineview, Montney, North Pine, Rose Prairie, Murdale and northern sections of Charlie Lake.
The Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #2 total area now extends from Highway 97 to the Beatton River, including
- areas north of Charlie Lake Provincial Park and the intersection Montney Road and Rose Prairie Road, and
- areas south of Buick Creek Road and Aitken Creek Road.
To see if your property is included:
- Use the webmap tool
- Click on the “I want to…” blue box on the map, and select “Search for address” to enter your address information.
This Evacuation Alert has been issued to advise you to be prepared to evacuate your premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- 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 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, keepsakes for quick access.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or 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 will need assistance to evacuate 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 and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #1
May 13, 2023 2130 hrs (9:30 p.m.)
The Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Stoddart Creek area. BC Wildfire Service has recommended an evacuation alert as a result of the Stoddart Creek Wildfire (G80291).
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert is in effect for the following areas:
- East of Highway 97N,
- North of North Pine Road,
- West of the Beatton River,
- South of Buick Creek Road,
- South of Mile 73 Road,
- South-East of Aitken Creek Road.
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 evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- 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.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick access.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist. Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert
The Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Donnie Creek and Tommy Lakes areas. BC Wildfire Service has recommended an evacuation alert as a result of the Donnie Creek Wildfire. This area is primarily used by forestry, and gas and oil industry operations.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Donnie Creek/Tommy Lakes Evacuation Alert is in effect for the following areas:
- km 77 and north to km 89 on Tommy Lakes Road,
- extending east to Wendy Lake,
- to the border with the Norther Rockies Regional Municipality in the North.
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.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave the area on short notice.
- Industry and other area users should be prepared to shut down operations and evacuate the area immediately.
- Refer to your emergency operational plan and risk assessment for a wildfire evacuation.
- Locate all staff and contractors and ensure they are aware of your evacuation plan should an Evacuation Order be called.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at NEBCAlerts.com.
- For camps and other accommodations, use the Evacuation Alert Checklist at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.
Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Boundary Lake Evacuation Alert #5
May 13, 2023 14:00 hrs
An expanded Evacuation Alert for the Boundary Lake has been issued by the Peace River Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). The five properties that were under an Evacuation Order are now included in the Evacuation Alert. This means the affected residents can return home.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for properties between the 237 Road and the Alberta Border on Cecil Lake Road, including properties approximately 20km North and South of the Cecil Lake Road. Please view map on the following page for more information.
Evacuation Alert #5 replaces Evacuation Alert #4, and expands the previous Alert area to include areas that were previously under Evacuation Order. If you were previously on Evacuation Alert or Evacuation Order, you will remain on Alert at this time.
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.
CAUTION: THERE ARE HAZARDS IN THE AREA. STAY AT LEAST 10 METERS FROM DOWNED POWERLINES. CREWS WILL BE WORKING TO RESTORE POWER OVER THE COMING DAYS.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- 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.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick access.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist. Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca.
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire firefighting response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Red Creek Evacuation Alert #2
The Peace River Regional District has expanded the area under an Evacuation ALERT for the Red Creek wildfire (G80223). BC Wildfire has recommended this evacuation alert as a result of the Red Creek wildfire and fire behaviour. Please note: this Alert is in addition to the Evacuation Order and Alert already in place for other properties in the Red Creek Area.
Red Creek Evacuation Alert 2 applies to the following new areas:
- Extending North to the intersection of Highway 97N and the Beatton Airport Road to the intersection of Rose Prairie Road and Prespatou Road,
- Extending East to Prespatou Road, 256 Road, 281 Road, and the West shore Charlie Lake
- Extending South to Highway 29N, from the intersection of Highway 97N to Bear Flats.
The following properties remain under an Evacuation Alert:
- From the intersection of Highway 97N and Beatton Airport Road, heading north along Highway 97N to the 258 Road.
- Heading west beyond North Cache Creek,
- Heading northeast to Fox Creek
- Due west to the Prespatou Roa
- Follow the Prespatou Road south to the 256 road
- Following the 256 road west to the 281 Road
- Following the 281 road south to the 254 Road
- Following the 254 Road to Highway 97N
- As well as the area 5.5km west of Highway 97N and 4km north of Lyndon Subdivision
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- 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.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick access.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News at https://prrd.bc.ca/evacuation-alert-checklist. Additional information about the evacuation will be posted at prrd.bc.ca or
BC Wildfire Is responsible for the wildfire response. For updates and additional information visit bcwildfire.ca.
Boundary Lake Evacuation Alert #4
May 9, 2023 18:00 hrs
An expanded Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Peace River Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).
BC Wildfire Service has recommended an evacuation alert as a result of the Boundary Lake wildfire (G80220) and fire behaviour.
Evacuation Alert #4 replaces Evacuation Alert #3, and expands the previous Alert area to included areas that have been downgraded from an Order to an Alert. If you were previously only on Alert, you will remain on Alert at this time.
CAUTION: THERE ARE HAZARDS IN THE AREA. STAY AT LEAST 10 METERS FROM DOWNED POWERLINES. CREWS WILL BE WORKING TO RESTORE POWER OVER THE COMING DAYS.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for properties between the 237 Road and the Alberta Border on Cecil Lake Road, including properties approximately 20km North and South of the Cecil Lake Road. Please view map for more information.
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 evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 250-784-3222.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
Further information will be issued at www.prrd.bc.ca or BC Wildfire at bcwildfire.ca for more information.
See the alert here:
Red Creek Wildfire Evacuation Alert #1
May 6, 2023 1230hrs
The Peace River Regional District has issued evacuation ALERT for the Red Creek wildfire (G80223) for properties in the Red Creek, Lower Cache and south of the Beatton Airport Road areas as follows:
- From the intersection of Highway 97N and Beatton Airport Road, heading north along Highway 97N to the 258 Road.
- Heading west beyond North Cache Creek,
- Heading northeast to Fox Creek
- Due west to the Prespatou Road
- Follow the Prespatou Road south to the 256 road
- Following the 256 road west to the 281 Road
- Following the 281 road south to the 254 Road
- Following the 254 Road to Highway 97N
- As well as the area 5.5km west of Highway 97N and 4km north of Lyndon Subdivision
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
Further information will be issued at www.prrd.bc.ca or BC Wildfire at bcwildfire.ca for more information.
Boundary Lake Evacuation Alert #2
May 6, 2023 0115hrs
The Peace River Regional District has revised the evacuation ALERT for the Boundary Lake wildfire (G80220) for properties in the BOUNDARY/GOODLOW area:
- From a point on the Alberta Border, 9km south of where the Cecil Lake Road crosses the Alberta Border
- Due west to the end of the 219 Road
- Heading northeast to the intersection of 244 Road and 223 Road
- 26km due north
- 10km due west
- Due south to the end of the 242 Road
- Heading southeast to a point 5km south of the end of Bison Road
- Due east to the Alberta Border
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
See the attached ALERT for a map of the area.
Evacuation ALERT #2 – May 6, 2023
Evacuation Alert #1 Boundary Lake Wildfire
May 5, 2023 2145hrs
The Peace River Regional District has issued evacuation ALERT for the Boundary Lake wildfire (G80220) for properties in the BOUNDARY/GOODLOW area 18km west of the Alberta border and 19.5km north of Goodlow until 13km south of Goodlow.
This is the time to GET PREPARED to leave your home on short notice.
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separated
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued BEFORE evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- 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.
Evacuation ALERT #1 – May 5, 2023
For a full list of civic addresses that this ALERT applies to see below:
| 2259 244 Rd | 1740 256 Rd | 2282 Cecil Lake Rd | 14534 211 Rd |
| 2185 244 Rd | 1809 256 Rd | 2595 Cecil Lake Rd | 14162 221 Rd |
| 2095 244 Rd | 14830 211 Rd | 2772 Cecil Lake Rd | 2291 Cecil Lake Rd |
| 1975 244 Rd | 1762 256 Rd | 13786 223 Rd | 2351 Cecil Lake Rd |
| 1910 Imperial Ave | 14761 211 Rd | 2106 Cecil Lake Rd | 13784 217 Rd |
| 7321 Clayhurst Rd | 1706 252 Rd | 13770 223 Rd | 13905 217 Rd |
| 7062 Clayhurst Rd | 15615 211 Rd | 13768 223 Rd | 13899 217 Rd |
| 7037 Clayhurst Rd | 14803 211 Rd | 13267 217 Rd | 13302 Clayhurst Rd |
| 1016 240 Rd | 1998 256 Rd | 13546 217 Rd | 13176 Moose Creek Ave |
| 7912 203 Rd | 1863 Imperial Ave | 13597 217 Rd | 13013 213 Rd |
| 727 240 Rd | 15656 211 Rd | 2237 Cecil Lake Rd | 14653 211 Rd |
| 6760 205 Rd | 2079 Cecil Lake Rd | 1896 Cecil Lake Rd | 13372 Clayhurst Rd |
| 6708 205 Rd | 2072 Cecil Lake Rd | 13404 217 Rd | 2387 252 Rd |
| 14572 213 Rd | 1963 Cecil Lake Rd | 1695 252 Rd | 13197 Clayhurst Rd |
| 14643 221 Rd | 1966 Cecil Lake Rd | 2304 252 Rd | 14294 213 Rd |
| 2296 252 Rd | 13790 213 Rd | 10926 213 Rd | 1520 240 Rd |
| 2295 256 Rd | 1784 Cecil Lake Rd | 14387 221 Rd | 2402 244 Rd |
| 2149 256 Rd | 14022 203 Rd | 13652 217 Rd | 13702 219 Rd |
| 15946 211 Rd | 14545 211 Rd | 14488 213 Rd | 1832 Cecil Lake Rd |
| 15801 211 Rd | 1806 Emes Ave | 13231 Moose Creek Ave | 15003 221 Rd |
Evacuation Alert #2 Rescind – Bearhole Lake Wildfire (G72178)
The Evacuation Alert (#2), pursuant to Section 12(1) of the BC Emergency Program Act issued on September 8, 2022 to the area(s) listed below, has been RESCINDED:
• 4 km West of the Alberta border
• 5 km North of Kelly Lake until 5km South of Kelly Lake
Please continue to watch the PRRD channels should the situation change. If you have not done so already, residents are urged to sign up for North East BC alerts by registering online at nebcalerts.com, or by downloading the Everbridge app: https://linktr.ee/PRRDOfficial
Evacuation Alert #4 – REVISED AREA: Battleship Mountain Wildfire (G72150)
The Peace River Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has issued a revised Evacuation Alert in follow up to Evacuation Order #2 that was issued on September 10, 2022 at 12:00hrs as a proactive measure to ensure that residents have time to prepare should the situation at the Battleship Mountain wildfire (G72150) change in the coming days.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued a revised Evacuation Alert for the following areas:
- Following the eastern boundary of Butler Ridge Provincial Park from the District of Hudson’s Hope Boundary to the Northern tip, proceeding east until a point intersection Farrell Creek;
- South following Farrell Creek to a point 1km North of Highway 29 North, due West to the District of Hudson’s Hope boundary;
- East of Johnson Creek forestry service road at 40km, North following Dowling Creek to the District of Hudson’s Hope boundary;
- South along the Hudson’s Hope boundary to a point where it intersects Coalbed Creek, and Southwest to a point of intersection with Pete Lake, continuing Southwest to a point of intersection with Moberly Lake forestry service road;
- West following Moberly River to a point including Stubley Creek heading in a north-westerly direction to the boundary of Klin-Se-Za Addition Provincial Park;
- North along the easterly boundary of the Klin-Se-Za Addition Provincial Park, to a point intersecting Dowling Creek and north following Dowling Creek to the Johnson FSR to 40km.
A revised 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 evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- Sign up for North East BC (NEBC) Emergency Alerts to get notified of important emergency information in the Peace region. Download the app by searching ‘Everbridge’ wherever you get your apps, or register online at nebcalerts.com.
Further information will be issued at www.prrd.bc.ca and on the PRRD’s Facebook page at Peace River Regional District “Official Page”.
Evacuation Alert #3 – EXPANDED AREA: Battleship Mountain Wildfire (G72150)
The Peace River Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has issued an expanded Evacuation Alert, as a proactive measure to ensure that residents have time to prepare should the situation at the Battleship Mountain wildfire (G72150) change in the coming days.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued an expanded Evacuation Alert for the following areas:
- All of Twelve Mile Rd, Josef Rd., Dunlevy Rd., Eagle Heights Dr. and Aspen Ridge Dr.;
- Following the eastern boundary of Butler Ridge Provincial Park to the Northern tip, proceeding east until a point intersection Farrell Creek;
- South following Farrell Creek to a point 1km North of Highway 29 North, due West to the District of Hudson’s Hope boundary;
- East of Johnson Creek forestry service road at 40km, North following Dowling Creek to the District of Hudson’s Hope boundary;
- South along the Hudson’s Hope boundary to a point where it intersects Coalbed Creek, and Southwest to a point of intersection with Pete Lake, continuing Southwest to a point of intersection with Moberly Lake forestry service road;
- West following Moberly River to a point including Stubley Creek heading in a north-westerly direction to the boundary of Klin-Se-Za Addition Provincial Park;
- North along the easterly boundary of the Klin-Se-Za Addition Provincial Park, to a point intersecting Dowling Creek and north following Dowling Creek to the Johnson FSR to 40km.
An expanded 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 evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separated;
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick;
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed;
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773;
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible;
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation;
- Sign up for North East BC (NEBC) Emergency Alerts to get notified of important emergency information in the Peace region. Download the app by searching ‘Everbridge’ wherever you get your apps, or register online at nebcalerts.com.
Further information will be issued at www.prrd.bc.ca and on the PRRD’s Facebook page at Peace River Regional District “Official Page”.
View the full alert, including map, here: Evacuation ALERT #3 – September 9, 2022-Web
Evacuation Alert #2: Bearhole Lake Wildfire (G72178)
The Order Rescind is effective immediately An Evacuation Alert #2 is now in place for the community of Kelly Lake, described as:
• 4 km West of the Alberta border
• 5 km North of Kelly Lake until 5km South of Kelly Lake
Residents can begin to return home in the community of Kelly Lake. Should the situation change, residents must remain diligent and be prepared to leave with short notice.
The 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 evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions. Any residents concerned with returning to the community may be able to have extended Emergency Support Services on a case-by-case basis. Please call the ESS Reception Centre at 250-784-4681.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
• Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
• Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.
• Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
• 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 members. Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
• Those with transportation, mobility, health, or other special needs can call 1-800-670-7773 for assistance.
• Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
• Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
For up to date information, please visit the BC Wildfire Service website. Have you signed up for North East BC Emergency alerts yet? It takes minutes and can be crucial in an emergency. Download the app by searching ‘Everbridge’ wherever you get your apps, or register online at nebcalerts.com
To view the full alert view below:
Evacuation ALERT #2 Bearhole Lake – September 8
Support for animals under evacuation order
In response to the ongoing evacuation order for the community of Kelly Lake, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) would like to encourage those needing support to evacuate pets or other animals to notify the PRRD Emergency Operations Center by calling 1-800-670-7773 to arrange for assistance. Residents must not return to the community for any circumstances at this time, including for the purposes of evacuating pets and other farm animals. The PRRD is arranging for professional agencies to extract pets in a safe and efficient manner should any animals be left within the evacuation order area.
Should residents under evacuation order need support with boarding arrangements for animals that have already been evacuated, please contact the Dawson Creek reception center located at the Dawson Creek City Hall. Evacuees can contact the reception center after-hours for support by calling 250-784-4681. The reception center also provides vouchers for accommodations, food, and any incidentals, including necessities for pets and animals.
We thank the residents of Kelly Lake for their cooperation and patience during this time of uncertainty and we encourage you to continue to monitor prrd.bc.ca and bcwildfire.ca for the most current information regarding the Bearhole Lake Wildfire.
Evacuation Alert #1: Bearhole Lake Wildfire (G72178)
An evacuation alert has been issued for the Bearhole Lake Wildfire (G72178), for the Community of Kelly Lake, described as:
- 4 km West of the Alberta border
- 5 km North of Kelly Lake until 5km South of Kelly Lake
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separated.
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 members. Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Those with transportation, mobility, health, or other special needs can call 1-800-670-7773 for assistance.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and BC Wildfire Services for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
- Sign up for the North East BC Emergency and Public Alerts to be notified of any emergencies near you, including Evacuation Alerts & Orders
For more information on wildfires of note, visit the BC Wildfire Website
View the full Evacuation Alert here: Evacuation ALERT #1 September 4
Evacuation Alert #2: Battleship Mountain Wildfire (G72150)
An evacuation alert has been issued for Battleship Mountain & Carbon Lake: Electoral Areas B & E, including the following areas:
- Twelve Mile Rd., Dunley Rd., Eagle Heights Dr., & Aspen Ridge Dr.
- Beryl Prairie Rd. & Haagsman St.
- Farrell Creek Rd., Simonsen Ave., & Lahagarte Rd.
- East of Johnson Creek FSR at 40km until Highway 29 and North until Hudson’s Hope from the Johnson Creek FSR along Highway 29.
This is the time to get prepared to leave your home on short notice. Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, toiletries, and medications), your emergency plan, copies of important documents, and mementos. For more information on wildfires of note, visit the BC Wildfire Website.
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 evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be called while separ
- Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone & charger and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
- 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 Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles. If transportation assistance is needed, call 1-800-670-7773.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order to be issued before evacuating. Monitor prrd.bc.ca and Emergency Info BC for information on evacuation orders and location of Reception Centres and hours of operation.
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 evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
View the full alert here: Evacuation ALERT #2 – September 3 2022
Evacuation Alert #1: Battleship Mountain Wildfire (G72150)
An evacuation alert has been issued for Battleship Mountain & Carbon Lake, including the following areas:
- North shore of Williston Lake
- Table Creek south to Dowling Creek (8km west of the WAC Bennett Dam, 40km Johnson FSR)
- Southwest following Dowling Creek to the intersection of McAllister Creek
- West to approximately 10km West of Peck Creek
- North to Williston Lake
This is the time to get prepared to leave your home on short notice. Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, toiletries, and medications), your emergency plan, copies of important documents, and important mementos. For more information on this alert, go to prrd.bc.ca.
For more information on wildfires of note, visit the BC Wildfire Website.
View the full alert here: Evacuation ALERT – September 1, 2022
Evacuation Alert #3 Rescind – North Peace Fires
The evacuation alert (#3) for the North Peace Fires issued on July 1, 2021 has been rescinded (cancelled), effective today, July 5, 2021, at 0930 hrs.
Evacuation Alert #2 Rescind – North Peace Fires
The evacuation alert (#2) for the North Peace Fires issued on June 30, 2021 has been rescinded (cancelled), effective today, July 1, 2021, at 1700hrs.
Evacuation Alert #3 – North Peace Fires
An evacuation alert has been issued for the following areas:
Peace River Regional District Electoral Area ‘B’
- 5kms on either side of Highway 97N South of Mile 202 to Mile 190.
- 5kms west of Highway 97N to Green Creek between Mile 190 South to Buckinghorse River Bridge on Highway 97N.
- Includes Minaker River Regional Park.
This is the time to get prepared to leave your home on short notice. Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, toiletries, and medications), your emergency plan, copies of important documents, and important mementos.
Evacuation Alert #2 – North Peace Fires
An evacuation alert has been issued for the Peace River Regional District Electoral Area ‘B’, in the following areas:
- South of the Buckinghorse River including 11km on the eastern side and 5km on the western side of Highway 97N.
- North of the Sikanni Chief River including 11km on the eastern side and 5km on the western side of Highway 97N.
- Including Sikanni Chief Road and PDR 156 Road
This is the time to get prepared to leave your home on short notice. Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, toiletries, and medications), your emergency plan, copies of important documents, and important mementos.
Evacuation Alert #1 Rescind – North Peace Fires
The evacuation alert (#1) for the North Peace Fires issued on June 29, 2021 has been rescinded (cancelled), effective today, June 30, 2021, at 1800hrs. It has been replaced with an Evacuation Order.
Evacuation Alert #1 – North Peace Fires
An evacuation alert has been issued for Evacuation Alert for the following areas: Peace River Regional District Electoral Area ‘B’
- 1.5kms on either side of Highway 97N South of Mile 202 to Mile 190.
- 5km West of Highway 97N and 25km East of Highway 97N from mile 190 south to the Buckinghorse River Bridge either side of the Alaska Highway 97N.
- Includes Minaker River Regional Park.
This is the time to get prepared to leave your home on short notice. Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, toiletries, and medications), your emergency plan, copies of important documents, and important mementos.
Evacuation Alert #8 – Revised
An evacuation alert (#8) has been issued and revised to reflect the new road alignment following the June 18, 2020 landslide – please see the map below for details.
Evacuation Alert 8 – Old Fort Landslide August 12 2020 revised
Evacuation Alert #10
An evacuation alert (#10) has been issued to maintain the pre-existing evacuation alert on 7711 Old Fort Road issued on June 20, 2020. Alert #10 is in addition to Alert #8 which remains in effect as well as Evacuation Order #10.
Evacuation Alert #10
An evacuation alert (#10) has been issued to maintain the pre-existing evacuation alert on 7711 Old Fort Road issued on June 20, 2020. Alert #10 is in addition to Alert #8 which remains in effect as well as Evacuation Order #10.
Evacuation Alert Cancelled for Old Fort Subdivision
The evacuation alert (#9) issued on June 20, 2020 has been rescinded (cancelled) effective today, July 23, 2020 at 1630 hrs. This is for all properties in the Old Fort Subdivision. A new evacuation alert (#10) has been issue to maintain the evacuation alert 7711 Old Fort Road.
Old Fort Evacuation Alert rescind #9
Revised Evacuation Alert – Old Fort Area
The Evacuation Alert for June 19, 2020 (revised June 20, 2020) for the Old Fort Area has been updated to include 7711 Old Fort Road and reflects that the road is now closed. For more information, please read the full alert below.
Evacuation Alert – Old Fort Area
An evacuation alert has been issued for the Old Fort Area – for more information, please read the full alert below.
