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25/07/2024

MLA Lorne Doerkson with an update on Moose Valley. Sounds like good news! -CA

25/07/2024

Evacuation alert for moose valley fire as well-CA

The Cariboo Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Moose Valley Fire Area.

For residents on evacuation alert, please be prepared to evacuate your premises or property should it be required. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions. Visit cariboord.ca for more details on what you should do when you’re on evacuation alert.

Interactive map: www.cariboord.ca/EOCorderalerts

Please visit www.cariboord.ca and online searchable map for more details or call 1-866-759-4977, which is open 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and this evening until 9:30 p.m.

Residents are strongly encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders: www.cariboord.ca/EmergencyNotification

Wildfire Service

25/07/2024

Heads up! Evacuation order for the moose valley fire area. -CA

The Cariboo Regional District has issued an evacuation order for the Moose Valley Fire area.

Due to immediate danger, members of the RCMP or other groups will be expediting the evacuation order. The evacuation route is along Highway 97 into 100 Mile House. Please register at the Emergency Support Services Reception Centre at the 100 Mile House Community Centre at 385 Birch Ave.

Interactive map: www.cariboord.ca/EOCorderalerts

Please visit the Cariboo Regional District website and online searchable map for more details or call 1-866-759-4977, which is open 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and this evening until 9:30 p.m.

Wildfire Service

25/07/2024

Current status off Moose Valley fire -CA

25/07/2024

https://www.cariboord.ca/en/news/lac-la-hache-water-system-water-advisory.aspx

The Cariboo Regional District has issued a Water Quality Advisory to the Lac La Hache Water System users pursuant to Section 14 of the Drinking Water Protection Act and in conjunction with the local Interior Health drinking water officer. This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.

24/07/2024

Morning all! the Moose Valley fire west of 100 mile
C41440 remains at 20 hectares and the twin creek fire south of green lake C41501 is at 280. Both are being actioned by BC wildfire,
as well as smaller spot fires around the area. Highs of 23 with a chance of showers, wind and possibly a thunderstorm later on. -CA

24/07/2024

** Heads Up **
Hospital ER closed overnight in Williams Lake
Residents are being advised to access care in Quesnel, 100 Mile House or Bella Coola.
~S~

23/07/2024

BC wildfire says the Big lake fire, Fire Number: C41440 12 kilometers from 100 Mile currently at 20 hectares and is being actioned by aircraft and ground crews. -CA

23/07/2024

We are aware of a fire burning in the Big Lake area, approximately 10km’s from the 108 Mile Ranch. Smoke from this fire will be very visible from the 108 area today as temperatures start to rise. There is no current danger, partially due to the large burned area (2017 wildfire) west of 108 Mile Ranch.

23/07/2024

Travel north on Hwy 97 for this weekend's racing action at Thunder Mtn Speedway in Williams Lake. It's Fan Appreciation Night with a lot of prizes to giveaway! Dale.

23/07/2024

Morning all. Several fires listed on bc wildfire due to lightning last night, but all are small and not near much property that I know. We had a good soak of rain too. Check https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map for fire info as well as www.cariboord.ca for updates. Cooler today and the heat advisory is lifted. Highs of 22 for today. -CA

Cariboo Regional District's top stories, events and more.

22/07/2024

I've been watching the strikes come in. Now confirmed what I heard. Fire the north end of Horse Lake. All the best to the responders.
***PLEASE NOTE***
If the water skimmers arrive. Please leave the area wth your boats. They cannot make a proper effort if you are in the way. You become unpopular very quickly lol. Seriously Thankyou. Firefighting etiquette.
~S~

22/07/2024

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Cariboo North (Quesnel) and Cariboo South (Williams Lake). The details from Environment Canada below. Dale.

Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts, damaging hail and torrential rain.

Very large hail can damage property, break windows, dent vehicles and cause serious injury. Very strong wind gusts can damage buildings, down trees and blow large vehicles off the road. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.

Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!

22/07/2024

Here's a recent image from the BC Wildfire Service showing the extent of the wildfire last night, and today, in Williams Lake. Dale.

22/07/2024

22/07/2024

All water access to Williams Lake is now closed until further notice for any recreational or public use as emergency aircraft will be utilizing it for water. Residents are asked to please remain off the lake.

Read the latest media release from the City's Emergency Operations Centre at: https://www.williamslake.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=835

22/07/2024

We’re already halfway through 8 Weeks of Summer? Yep, and the prizes just keep coming! This time it’s a Country Thunder Calgary getaway! The prize includes two 3-day Platinum Experience tickets to Country Thunder Alberta in Calgary August 16-18, 3-night stay at the Best Western Plus Suites Downtown August 16-18, a $400 Four Rivers Co-operative gift card PLUS a Pacific Western Brewing prize pack! DO NOT miss out this week and enter online at My Cariboo Now DOT com or on-air with Country 840. Remember, we’ll name the winner on Mon, July 29th. Good luck! The 8WOS is brought to you by City Furniture & Appliances and Northern Acreage Supply Ltd. Dale. | |

22/07/2024

Morning all! Great weekend here in 100 Mile for Hot July Nights. Shout out to all involved! Not so great for a lot of other areas tho, we'll have updates on the wildfires in Williams Lake and the Wells area as they come up. Highway 1 between ashcroft and Spences Bridge is closed at this time.

Heat and air quality warnings in place. Highs of 31 with a chance of thunderstorms and showers later. Stay cool and safe folks. -CA

22/07/2024

Will Morgan Wallen break a record held by Garth Brooks? It’s Morgan Monday with every hour on Country 840 starting with a song from Morgan WallenMorgan Wallen. He’s closing in on 160 weeks at #1 on the charts and Garth’s record is 173 weeks. It could happen on a Morgan Monday! Dale. | |

22/07/2024

We are responding to the River Valley wildfire (C21338), which is estimated at 20 hectares in size within the City of Williams Lake. The wildfire started in the Williams Lake River Valley and the cause is undetermined at this time. We will continue to support the City of Williams Lake's fire department with ground crews, aircraft and heavy equipment.

The City of Williams Lake has implemented an Evacuation Alert for a portion of the city. For more information, refer to their official website.

Residents are asked to avoid the area at this time to allow first responders to conduct operations in a safe manner. Smoke will be visible from Williams Lake and surrounding area.

More Information and updates regarding the wildfire will be posted online at: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2024&incidentNumber=C21338

More information regarding the evacuation alert in the City of Williams Lake can be found at: https://www.williamslake.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=833

22/07/2024

** Heads Up ** Another Exstention **
-Bowron Area Evacuation Order
Bowron Area Order
Sunday, July 24, 2024 at 4:45 p.m.
EOC 24-09
Williams Lake, B.C. – Pursuant to the BC Emergency and Disaster Management Act, an Evacuation Order has been issued by the Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) for 33 parcels in the Bowron Area. This order covers 30,567 hectares to the east of Wells and part of the Bowron Lake Provincial Park.
Due to immediate danger to life safety due to fire, members of the RCMP or other groups will be expediting this action. You must leave the area IMMEDIATELY. Persons who disregard this Evacuation Order and remain in the Evacuation Order area do so at their own risk. Responders may be unable to assist anyone who remains in the Evacuation Order area.
Evacuation route: Bowron Lake Road to Highway 26 to Quesnel
Emergency Service Centre (ESS): Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre, 500 N. Star Road, Quesnel
The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following area:

22/07/2024

The Cariboo Regional District has issued an evacuation order for the Barkerville Area. This replaces the evacuation alert issued for the area earlier today.

Due to immediate danger, members of the RCMP or other groups will be expediting the evacuation order. The evacuation route is along Highway 26 into Quesnel. Register at the Emergency Support Services Reception Centre at the and District Recreation and Arts Centre, located at 500 North Star Road.

Interactive map: www.cariboord.ca/EOCorderalerts

Please visit the Cariboo Regional District website and online searchable map for more details or call 1-866-759-4977, which is open 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders – www.cariboord.ca/EmergencyNotification

BC Wildfire Service

21/07/2024

**Extended Order**
Pursuant to the BC Emergency and Disaster Management Act, an Evacuation Order has been issued by the Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) for 431 parcels in the Barkerville Area. This order covers 62,488 hectares.
This order is replacing the Barkerville Area Alert issued at 12:00 p.m. on July 21, 2024.
Due to immediate danger to life safety due to fire, members of the RCMP or other groups will be expediting this action. You must leave the area IMMEDIATELY. Persons who disregard this Evacuation Order and remain in the Evacuation Order area do so at their own risk. Responders may be unable to assist anyone who remains in the Evacuation Order area.
Evacuation route: West on Highway 26 to Quesnel
Emergency Service Centre (ESS): Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre, 500 N. Star Rd., Quesnel B.C.

21/07/2024

Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre
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An Evacuation Order has been issued by the District of Wells for the municipality.
Anyone in the evacuation order area is advised to evacuate West on Highway 26 to Quesnel. If you need transportation assistance from the area, please call the District of Wells at 250-991-1155.
The Emergency Support Services Reception Centre is located at the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre located at 500 North Star Road. Anyone who has been evacuated from their primary residence is eligible for emergency support services.
Read the District's evacuation order for more information: https://www.wells.ca/.../P101--District_of_Wells...

21/07/2024

** Heads Up **
Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre
-The Cariboo Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the Barkerville Area.
For residents on evacuation alert, please be prepared to evacuate your premises or property should it be required. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions. Visit cariboord.ca for more details on what you should do when you’re on evacuation alert.
Interactive map: www.cariboord.ca/EOCorderalerts
Please visit www.cariboord.ca and online searchable map for more details or call the Emergency Information Line at 1-866-759-4977.
Residents are strongly encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders:
www.cariboord.ca/EmergencyNotification
Wildfire Service

21/07/2024

** Heads Up **
Highway 97 (Cariboo Connector), in both directions. Vehicle incident between Colgrove Rd and Cruise Rd (Hixon). Road closed. Detour not available. Assessment in progress. Hixon Bridge. Next update time Sun Jul 21 at 9:30 AM PDT. Last updated Sun Jul 21 at 7:46 AM PDT. (DBC-66391)

19/07/2024

https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/tnrd-wildfire-jul18a/

19/07/2024

Emergency Info BC

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has expanded the Alert for the Shetland Creek . Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice. The Alert area now incl. approx. 222 properties from along to , and properties surrounding . More info & map: https://emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/.../tnrd-wildfire-jul18a/

https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/tnrd-wildfire-jul18a/

Wildfire - The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an expanded Evacuation Alert in Electoral Area "I" (Blue Sky Country), including approximately 222 properties from Spences Bridge to the Upper Hat Creek area, and properties surrounding the Village of Ashcroft. Anyone in the affected area m...

19/07/2024

Heads up-Highway 1 Both Directions - Highway 1 (TransCanada Highway), in both directions. Travel advisory in effect between Junction Hwy 8 and Cornwall Rd for 39.1 km (9 km south of Cache Creek to Spences Bridge). Wildfire activity may cause Highway to close on short notice. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when travelling and consider alternate routes. No commercial vehicle access on Hwy 8. Next update time Fri Jul 19 at 12:00 PM PDT. Last updated Fri Jul 19 at 9:41 AM PDT.