RDCK

Wildfire Information Bulletin – July 30, 2026

3:00 PM PST

Currently there is one Evacuation Alert in the RDCK:

  • Evacuation Alert for Inonoaklin Creek wildfire in Electoral Area K

For the latest information on Evacuation Alerts and Orders go to www.rdck.ca/eocinfo.

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is in regular communication with BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to monitor the fires within the region. There are currently 61 wildfires in the Southeast Fire Centre and 26 are listed as out of control. This is a dynamic situation that can change hourly, so residents are encouraged to be prepared and follow the BCWS website and the RDCK website for the most accurate and up to date information.

Inonoaklin Creek Wildfire

Originally discovered on Saturday, July 25 the Inonoaklin Creek wildfire in Electoral Area K, northwest of the Needles Ferry, has grown to 831 hectares. BCWS is using heavy equipment, crews, and helicopters to limit the spread of the wildfire. For the latest updates on this fire: BC Wildfire Service.

In the interest of public and responder safety, an area restriction was put in place by BCWS for the Inonoaklin Creek area on July 28. Under this order, a person must not remain in or enter the restricted area without the prior written authorization of BCWS. Click here for the complete details of the area restriction.

General Information

For more information on the wildfires refer to BCWS website and BCWS Facebook.

Visit www.rdck.ca/eocinfo for the complete details of all current evacuation orders and alerts. Follow the RDCK on Facebook and X. Affected residents with any questions can contact the RDCK Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) at 250-352-7701.

For more information about evacuations and emergency preparedness, along with other resources:

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