EOC Update: Evacuation ALERT for Electoral Area H (Garrison Lake wildfire) August 3, 2021 16:00 pm
News ArticlePursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an Evacuation ALERT has been issued by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) due to the Garrison Lake wildfire (K62088).
The Evacuation Alert is in effect for:
1378 Whipsaw Cr Forestry Rd
An Evacuation Alert prepares residents to evacuate the area should an Evacuation Order be issued.
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) and the RDOS are actively monitoring the situation and should conditions deteriorate, Evacuation Orders may be issued. As much advance notice as possible will be provided prior to an Evacuation Order, however you may receive limited notice to due changing conditions.
Proactive measures to prepare for an Evacuation Order are strongly advised.
Proactive measures to prepare for an Evacuation Order are strongly advised. Information on responsibility during an alert are included in this notice.
- All evacuees should register online with the Emergency Support Services (ESS) Evacuee Registration & Assistance (ERA) tool even if you do not require referrals such as housing or other services: ess.gov.bc.ca
- Due to a shortage of hotel accommodations, please consider making arrangements to stay with family or friends if possible. Take pets with you if you can.
- For ESS information, please call: 250-486-1890
- If you have pets or livestock that need to be cared for and billeted, please contact Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team (ALERT) for support: 250-809-7152
- Visit the RDOS EOC website for resource links and information updates: https://emergency.rdos.bc.ca/resources/
Important information below for commercial owners relocating their livestock and those providing shelter or transport for relocated livestock.
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1378 Whipsaw Cr Forestry Rd
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