The Tŝideldel First Nation, Tŝilhqot’in National Government, and the Cariboo Regional District have issued an Evacuation Alert for residents in the Palmer Creek Fire Area.
The Alert covers 26 parcels of land in 47,395 hectares.
The alert is in response to the Palmer Creek Fire, which is 900 hectares in size and is located around 25 kilometres northwest of Redbrush Park in the Alexis Creek area.
The governments say they will give residents as much advance notice as possible if an order is issued. Residents are asked to prepare in case there is limited time if an order is issued.
- Have a plan to transport all family members or co-workers, should the area be brought under an evacuation order.
- Make a grab-and-go bag for each member of your household to keep essential items readily available for a quick departure. Pack clothing, ready-to-eat food, toiletries, 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. Gather comfort items (blankets, stuffed animals, etc.) for your dependents to make an evacuation less stressful. Gather any kennels or leashes to make transportation safe for your pets.
- Move pets and livestock to a safe area if they cannot be evacuated. Ensure water and feed are available.
- Keep the fuel tanks of personal vehicles full in case a new order is issued.
For more information, including information on Evacuee Reception Areas and local government’s emergency information line, visit the Cariboo Regional District’s Emergency Response website, and check the Regional District’s and the Tŝilhqot’in National Government social media pages.
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