3 Cariboo RD Area "I" Evacuation ALERTS RESCINDED

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:

The Evacuation Alerts issued for the Pelican Lake Area, Teepee Lake Area and Teepee Lake Area #2 has been lifted as of 11am on August 4th, 2023

An Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued, however, if that is deemed necessary the process will re-commence.

Details:

1) Pelican Lake Area - https://www.cariboord.ca/en/news/2023-08-04-pelican-lake-area-alert-lifted.aspx

2) Teepee Lake Area - https://www.cariboord.ca/en/news/2023-08-04-teepee-lake-area-alert-lifted.aspx

3) Teepee Lake Area #2 - https://www.cariboord.ca/en/news/2023-08-04-teepee-lake-area-2-alert-lifted.aspx

Teepee Lake Area Evacuation Order downgraded to ALERT

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:

Pursuant to the BC Emergency Program Act, the evacuation order issued on July 12, 2023, at 12:45 pm for the Teepee Lake Area is being rescinded and replaced with the following area alert by the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).

Effective immediately residents are allowed to return to the area. In an alert area, you must remain prepared to evacuate your premises or property should it be required. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.

 

Teepee Lake Area Order Downgrade

Teepee Lake Evacuation Alert #2 (Order Downgrade) and Map
Interactive Map

More information about re-entering the area following an evacuation area can be found in the Guide to Re-Entry After an Evacuation. 

Please watch for livestock and wildlife on roads.

Residents should be aware that there may be danger trees in wildfire affected areas. Danger trees on Crown Land will be dealt with by the BC Wildfire Service danger tree fallers. Home owners and private land owners are recommended to work with an insurance agency to have an assessment done by a qualified arborist.

Wildfires remain active and firefighting activities continue in the area. It is important for residents to stay out of active wildfire areas. Interfering in an active fire area will result in crews ceasing ground and air operations potentially endangering nearby properties.

Residents must be prepared in the event that the area receives a future evacuation order or alert on short notice. Local governments may not have time to go door to door should a new evacuation order be issued.

It is also important to note that air quality may remain poor as a result of smoke from nearby fire activity. Those with respiratory issues, small children and the elderly should consider this before they choose to return to the area.

Residents returning to the area are encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders: cariboord.ca/CRDEmergsignup

For Cariboo Regional District information, please visit cariboord.ca/EOC or facebook.com/CRDEmergencyOperations or @CaribooRD or call the CRD’s emergency information line at 1-866-759-4977 (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily).

Cariboo RD Area "I" Evacuation ORDER (Teepee Lake Area)

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:

An Evacuation Order has been issued by Cariboo Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC)  for the Teepee Lake Area within Electoral Area "I" in the Cariboo Regional District. This order affects 293 parcels in and covers 71 161 hectares. This order is replacing the entirety of the Teepee Lake Evacuation Alert issued on July 10, 2023 at 9:00pm, and the Pelican Lake Area Evacuation Alert.

Due to immediate danger to life safety due to fire, members of the RCMP or other groups will be expediting this action.

Evacuation route:  Head south and then east on Nazko Road/Blackwater Road/North Fraser Drive until you reach Quesnel

The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following area:

Teepee Lake Area Order

Evacuation Alert and Map
Interactive Map

 

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• You must leave the area immediately.
  • Gather your family; take a neighbour or someone who needs help.
  • Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
  • Take critical items (medicine, purse, wallet, and keys) only if they are immediately
  available.
  • Close all windows and doors; Close gates (latch) but do not lock.
  • Do not shut off your natural gas. For more information visit www.fortisbc.com/.
  • Do not use the telephone unless you need emergency service.
  • Do not use more vehicles than you have to.
  • To receive Emergency Support Services, please call 250-983-3638. In addition, you
  may self-register using the Evacuee Registration & Assistance (ERA) tool at
  https://ess.gov.bc.ca/, (if not already done)
  Emergency Support Services will be provided only if your primary residence is on an
  evacuation order.
  For more information, visit cariboord.ca/emergency, or contact:1-866-759-4977

YOU MUST LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY

Cariboo RD Area "I" Evacuation ALERT (Teepee Lake Area)

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:

An Evacuation Alert has been issued by Cariboo Regional District at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) for 160 parcels in the Teepee Lake Fire Area.  This alert covers 63,022 hectares. This area is adjacent to the previously issued Pelican Lake Area and Branch Road Area Alerts.

Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Cariboo Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for this area:

Teepee Lake Area Alert

Evacuation Alert and Map
Interactive Map

 An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises or property should it be required.

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 WHEN AN ALERT IS IN EFFECT
Upon notification of an ALERT, you should be prepared for the evacuation order:

• Have a plan to transport all family members or co-workers outside of the area, should the area be brought under evacuation order.
• Keep essential items readily available for a quick departure; including medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (i.e. insurance), immediate care needs for dependents and, if you choose, keepsakes (photographs, etc).
• Ensure that any dependents or pets are prepared for departure.
• Move pets and livestock to a safe area.
• Ensure that you have accommodation options for your family, if possible. A Reception Centre will be made available if required.
• In the event of an evacuation alert, do not turn off your natural gas. Visit FortisBC for information on being prepared in an emergency related to your natural gas connection.
• Monitor reliable news sources for information on evacuation orders and locations of Reception Centres, including CRD Facebook and website.
• If you are on an evacuation ALERT, or if you have been displaced from your home due to an emergency, please self-register for Emergency Support Services. Self-Registration will reduce wait times for evacuees and assist in the referral process. https://ess.gov.bc.ca

Further information will be issued as it becomes available. Please visit the CRD Emergency Operations Facebook as well as the CRD website at cariboord.ca/EOC. For more information contact the CRD's emergency information line at 1-866-759-4977 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily).  

Residents are encourage to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders.