UPDATE: The Evacuation Alert issued on April 21, 2024 at 3: 30 p.m. by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has been rescinded in its entirety.
Original story below….
Upon recommendations from BC Wildfire Service, an Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako due to a wildfire.
The alert covers all lands, properties, and dwellings for areas east of Savory Road and west of Endako Mine Road, north of the railway and south of the PNG pipeline, including all of Endako plus all properties addressed off Columbia Street.
The BC Wildfire Service said it continues to respond to the wildfire located approximately 750 metres west of Endako and currently estimated at 25 hectares in size.
BC Wildfire Service personnel, along with community wildfire response teams, heavy equipment, and two helicopters, are actively engaged in containment efforts. A structure protection specialist is en route to assess potential needs.
Additionally, BC Wildfire Service is responding to two other wildfires in the VanJam Fire Zone, approximately four kilometres east of Vanderhoof, and approximately 11 kilometres west of Fraser Lake.
While no structures are currently threatened, crews, aircraft, and heavy equipment have been deployed to prioritise the protection of human life, property, and infrastructure.
For more information on these fires, visit the BC Wildfire Service website.
What to do while an Evacuation Alert is in place:
-Be prepared for an Evacuation Order
-Locate all family members or co-workers and plan to meet outside the evacuation area, should an evacuation be called while separated.
-Gather essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (i.e., insurance), immediate care needs for dependents and, if you choose, keepsakes (photographs, etc.), and have these items readily available for quick departure.
-Prepare to move any persons with mobility challenges and/or children.
-Move pets and livestock to a safe area. If you require assistance, please call the Regional District of
Bulkley-Nechako.
-Arrange to transport your household members or co-workers in the event of an evacuation order. If you are asked to evacuate and need transportation assistance from the area, please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.
-Arrange accommodation for your family if possible.
In the event of an Evacuation Order, a Reception Centre will be opened if required, and evacuation routes specified. Monitor your local radio station and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako website, www.rdbn.bc.ca for information on this Evacuation Alert and/or any changes to the situation.
For more information contact: Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at 250-692-1553.