COQUIHALLA HIGHWAY - MERRITT TO KAMLOOPS
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Strong, Gusty Winds
A vigorous trough will cross the Southern Interior today. Strong southwesterly winds gusting to 60 to 80 km/h will develop early this afternoon. Driving conditions may be challenging.
The Evacuation Order & Evacuation Alert issued by the Peace River Regional District for the Old Fort landslide area remain in effect due to active & increasing ground movement. EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY if you are within the Evacuation Order area. The resident-built trail currently being used to access the displaced road segment will be removed as road construction begins Friday, May 15. There will be NO safe access across the slide area.
Emergency Support Services are available today at the Pomeroy Sports Centre, Fort St. John, from 5โ7 p.m.
More info: https://t.co/8CvJHOh8Tg #BC @prrdistrict
#kamloops crews responding for an interface fire behind 66 West Bestwick Drive. at least two trees on fire and partial grass fire starting behind the residence approximately 50 meters from the structure. Looks like access is behind the hospital. Trees and grass on fire