Upon recommendations from BC Wildfire Service, an Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako effective July 08, 2023, at 1000 hours due to a wildfire.
Because of the potential danger to life and health the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has issued an Evacuation Alert for all properties and lands located on the north side of 亚洲天堂 Lake, accessed off Highway 16 between the west end of Tintagel Road, and the Augier Main FSR, extending north to include the Augier Co-Op FSR, as shown on the attached 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.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WHILE THIS ALERT IS IN EFFECT
Be prepared for an Evacuation Order:
鈥� Locate all family members or co-workers and plan to meet outside the evacuation area, should an
evacuation be called while separated.
鈥� Gather essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (i.e., insurance), immediate
care needs for dependents and, if you choose, keepsakes (photographs, etc.), and have these items
readily available for quick departure.
鈥� Prepare to move any persons with mobility challenges and/or children.
鈥� Move pets and livestock to a safe area. If you require assistance, please call the Regional District of
Bulkley-Nechako.
鈥� Arrange to transport your household members or co-workers in the event of an evacuation order. If you are asked to evacuate and need transportation assistance from the area, please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.
鈥� Arrange accommodation for your family if possible.
In the event of an Evacuation Order, a Reception Centre will be opened if required, and evacuation routes
specified.
Monitor your local radio station and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako website, www.rdbn.bc.ca for information on this Evacuation Alert and/or any changes to the situation.
For more information contact: Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at 250-692-1553 Please sign up for Bulkley Nechako Emergency & Public Alerts at:https://www.rdbn.bc.ca/departments/protective-services/bulkley-nechako-emer
