Evacuation Alert issued for Octopus Creek wildfire

Nelson, BC:  On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has issued an Evacuation Alert for 4 properties and 2 recreation sites between Pebble Beach and Twobit Creek, on the east shore of Lower Arrow Lake in Electoral Area J due to activity on the south end of the Octopus Creek wildfire (N51800).

See map of Evacuation Alert

 At this time residents or visitors within the area are not required to evacuate, however the RDCK advises people to remain vigilant and be prepared to leave the area at a moment’s notice. It is recommended to prepare an emergency kit and ensure preparedness, including moving pets and livestock to a safe area, in the event the situation worsens and an Evacuation Order is enforced. Part of your plan should include where you can go if evacuated.

 The Octopus Creek wildfire was first discovered on July 10 and is estimated at 21,097 hectares. The BCWS has determined the cause to be lightning.

 Updates or changes to the Evacuation Alert will be provided via the RDCK website, Facebook and Twitter as more information becomes available. For details about evacuations and emergency preparedness, along with other resources, please visit www.rdck.ca/eocinfo.

 For up to date information on current wildfire activity, conditions and prohibitions, call 1 888 3-FOREST (1888-336-7378) or visit www.bcwildfire.ca.

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