Canim lake is the latest South Cariboo community to be impacted by wildfires.
Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Cariboo Regional District has issued anĀ Evacuation Alert for the following areas: Canim Lake area (including Canim Lake IR #1).
2021-07-02 Canim Lake Alert and Map
The reason for the alertĀ for Canim Lake is due to a small fire on the northwest tip of the community.
It is just 1 hectare in size but is listed as out of control.
The community of Deka Lake and 14 properties on Judson Road are under an Evacuation Order, while 153 properties at Sulphurous Lake are also under an Evacuation Alert.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises or property should it beĀ required.
Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however you may receiveĀ limited notice due to changing conditions.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WHEN AN ALERT IS IN EFFECT
Upon notification of anĀ 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 areaĀ be brought under evacuation order.
- Keep essential items readily available for a quick departure; including medications, eyeglasses,Ā valuable papers (i.e. insurance), immediate care needs for dependents and, if you choose,Ā 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 CentreĀ will be made available if required.
- In the event of an evacuation alert, do not turn off your natural gas. VisitĀ FortisBCĀ 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 ReceptionĀ Centres, including CRDĀ FacebookĀ andĀ 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.Ā 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 atĀ 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 theĀ Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification SystemĀ to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders.
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