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The TNRD has issued an Evacuation Order due to the Rim Lake wildfire, which is now in effect for approximately 2 addressed properties:
- 9340 Rose Road;
- 4415 Clinton-Loon Lake FSR; and
- Any other properties as outlined on the map below.
Details: https://t.co/92vnQQYqwM
The #BC Emergency Alert System is tested twice per year. The next test is tomorrow, Weds, Nov 20, 2024, at 1:55PM (PST).
Do you know how and when BC Emergency Alerts are broadcast to cell phones, TV & radio?
Learn more: https://t.co/gyiY8VaqX0
SERVICE ALERT: Crews are working to restore power to ~2,500 customers in #OsyoosBC. We appreciate our customer’s patience as we make repairs safely & as quickly as possible. We will continue to provide updates here: https://t.co/vIsGZk6weD
“In Spring 2016, B.C.’s Wildfire Act was amended, and anyone found interfering with wildfire control efforts (including flying drones or UAVs) can face penalties up to $100,000 and/or up to one year in jail.” https://t.co/WdcwbvyLiR - @BCGovFireInfo#BCWildfire#WilliamsLake
Evacuation alerts and orders are in effect for communities affected by the River Valley wildfire in #WilliamsLakeBC. If placed under evacuation alert or order, do NOT shut off your gas before leaving your home. We’ll shut off gas service as needed & restore it when safe.
Do you know the difference between an Evacuation Alert & Order?
ALERT: Be ready to leave on short notice ✔️
ORDER: Leave the area immediately ✔️
RESCIND: The threat to life and safety has passed ✔️
More info: https://t.co/zeWXAJMgvC
It's Tuesday, which means today is a great day to test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms! Monthly testing helps ensure they are working properly in the event of an emergency. #TestTuesday#FireSafety
The #BCWildfire Service continues to respond to the Parker Lake wildfire, now estimated at 8,433 hectares in size. Conditions in the area are still very receptive to wildfire and continued growth is expected.
Effective at 12 p.m. (noon) PDT on Friday, May 17, 2024, Category 2 and Category 3 open burning will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre to prevent wildfires caused by Category 2 and Category 3 open burning and to protect public safety.
Fire season is here and we all have a part to play. Doing a few simple tasks could save your home from a wildfire.
Do your part so that we can do ours. For more FireSmart tips, visit: https://t.co/rq9cxq57G8
BC EMERGENCY ALERT TEST TOMORROW.
On Nov 15 at 1:55 p.m. (PST), a test of the #BC Emergency Alert system will occur. An alert tone & test message will be sent to cell phones, radio & TV. Learn what to do when you receive a #BCEmergencyAlert: https://t.co/tQNokGTZ51
Incredible footage from the Adams Complex Fires outside Kamloops, British Columbia.
#canada#wildfire
In the first video we see a “firenado” along the lake shore. The cool temperatures of the water combined with the convective heat of the fire created this incredible phenomenon.
The second video shows the fire activity durning the daytime. A fire camp of nearly 400 personnel had to be evacuated as the fire approached. Wild scenes.
Thanks for the subscriber that shared these 📷.
Cheers brother. 🙏🍻
Fire crews made good progress today while Canada Task Force One started assessing damage. Crews will keep working overnight. We are grateful for the support of the task force, BC Wildfire, RCMP, local & out-of-town crews. No changes to evac. orders or alerts expected tonight.
Things being stolen from Scotch creek from the BCWS include:
pumps, sprinklers, hoses and ATVs that have been taken are critically impacting the effectiveness of structural protection.#BCwildfire#scotchcreek
The BC Wildfire Service and multiple structural fire departments remain engaged in active and critical firefighting operations in the North Shuswap area. We urgently ask for the public's assistance by not moving or taking any firefighting equipment.
FortisBC's EOC and Operations Crews have been supporting wildfire response activities in several areas of the province. My thoughts are with my colleagues in the first responder and emergency management communities, and of course anyone impacted by these fires. Please take care.