City of Quesnel EOC Update - Aug 15th, 2018

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

Crews continue to work 24 hours/day on the Narcosli Creek fire. The fire is now 90% guarded around the fire’s perimeter and 50% contained. All of the contingency guards are in place, along with a tight line guard along close to fire perimeter on the northern flank. Today, heavy equipment will work to complete any unguarded areas along the fire’s perimeter. Weather permitting, ground personnel will focus on preparing for a burn operations that will assist with securing the guard. There are 99 firefighters, five helicopters and 11 pieces of heavy equipment on site. Visit Wildfire BC for the latest update: http://bit.ly/2nttLvh

The Evacuation Alert for all properties in West Quesnel remains in effect.

See the current evacuation alert map for City of Quesnel areas: http://bit.ly/2nucdPI

Any new alerts or orders affecting City properties will be provided directly from the City of Quesnel. The City will continue to provide updates as information is available at www.quesnel.ca/eoc. Follow the Cariboo Regional District (CRD) for any new CRD alerts or orders at https://cariboord.ca/services/emergency-and-protective-services/EOC.

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