This event has now ended. As of June 15, 2023.
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An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the District of Tumbler Ridge and the Peace River Regional District due to the West Kiskatinaw River wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately.
- More information & map: Evacuation Order
- The District of Tumbler Ridge updates:
- The Peace River Regional District updates:
- BC Wildfire Service fire location & status: West Kiskatinaw River wildfire
Alert Message
BC Emergency Alert issued by District of Tumbler Ridge and Peace River Regional District due to wildfire
Evacuate immediately if you are in the District of Tumbler Ridge and east including Bearhole Lake.
The West Kiskatinaw River wildfire poses a threat to human life.
Anyone in the evacuation order area, must leave the area immediately and report to the reception centre in Dawson Creek at the Ovintiv Events Centre.
Evacuate via Highway 29 to Chetwynd and then to Dawson Creek using Hwy 97! Highway 52E is closed.
If you are unable to evacuate call 9-1-1.
PJXM Prince George 