EOC Re-Entry Info

Please note: This page will be updated as we have more information.

Your safe return to your neighbourhood is our priority. Please make safety your top priority too.

You are returning to a region which was profoundly affected by wildfire, whether your home is still standing or has been damaged or destroyed.

Services that you are used to relying on may be limited for some time. Patience and kindness are always appreciated.

Please respect any directions given to you by emergency officials. Doing so will help keep you, your family and other members of the community safe.

If your property is placed under an Evacuation Alert following the removal of an Evacuation Order, please be aware that a risk from wildfire remains and you should be prepared for possible evacuation.

Re-Entry is a staged process, with different areas of the region being allowed to return at different times. Some areas have been more impacted by the fire than others. There are many things that need to be completed before it's safe to return.

As the information becomes available for each of the staged areas, a new webpage will be created that is specific to that community's needs.

Understanding Re-Entry

The following explains what "Re-Entry" means, how it works, and what to expect.

What is Re-Entry?

Re-entry is the process that allows residents to return to their homes and properties after an Evacuation Order has been lifted/downgraded to an Evacuation Alert for their area. Re-Entry does not always mean the emergency is over; there may still be an active wildfire nearby, or hazards on your property. It means it is now considered safe enough, under certain conditions, for residents to go back.

How Re-Entry Works

Check Your Zone

Before making plans to return, confirm your address falls within the current re-entry area for your zone. Boundaries can change as conditions evolve, and not every part of a neighbourhood is cleared for re-entry at the same time. Select your zone from the sidebar to see the current status, boundary map, and address list.

Review the Re-Entry Guide

Each zone page includes a re-entry guide with details to help you safely return home. While returning may bring relief, it's important to take precautions; conditions may have changed, and hazards may remain.

Typical re-entry guides include information on:

  • Re-entry checklist for your home and property
  • Water safety and water use
  • Food safety
  • Curbside collection information
  • Pets and animals
  • Wildlife
  • Additional handouts and links for more information