Emergency Alerts – Archived
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #9 is Cancelled
Issued June 19, 2025 at 1500hrs (3:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #9 has been cancelled as of 1500 hours (3:00 p.m.) on June 19, 2025.
An Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
Please note, BC Wildfire Service has an Area Restriction in effect, which applies to Crown Land. Learn more by visiting here.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-784-3200.
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #9
Issued on June 18, 2025 at 0700 hrs (7:00 a.m.)
Official notice: Alert #9
The Peace River Regional District has issued a new Evacuation Alert #9 for the Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) upon recommendation from BC Wildfire Service, due to the potential danger to life and health.
This Alert #9 rescinds the following:
- Evacuation Order #1– Issued on May 29, 2025, at 1800hrs (6:00 p.m.)
- Evacuation Order #2 – Issued on June 3, 2025 At 1830hrs (6:30 p.m.)
- Evacuation Order #3 – Issued on June 3, 2025 At 2100hrs (9:00 p.m.)
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire Service the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the potential danger to life and health, the following area is asked to be on alert:
- Starting 10.5 kms south of Kiskatinaw Pit Rd & Highway 52E Junction
- 14 kms east from Highway 52E to the Alberta Border
- 24 km north along the BC/AB Border
- 10 kms south of One Island Lake Rd & Highway 52E Junction
- 8 kms southwest of the Kiskatinaw River
- 9 kms south of the Kiskatinaw River to the junction of Ministike Creek
- 7 kms south by southwest until it intersects the Kiskatinaw Pit Road
- 10 km southeast to Highway 52E
PRRD Alerts and Orders do not affect First Nations communities on Reserve Lands or municipalities as they issue their own.
Online Map Tool:
To see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, please go to the online map tool at https://ow.ly/avaT50W1aRW and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises, or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
Now is the time to get prepared:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be declared while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at nebcalerts.com/ to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Evacuation Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
- Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
- Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
For further information that may pertain to the wildfire:
- An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News on the PRRD website.
- Emergency information email is also available for public inquires, please email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
- BC Wildfire Service is responsible for the wildfire response. For updates and additional information, visit the dashboard.
- Check Road Conditions: Visit DriveBC.ca for the latest information on any road closures or detours that may be in place due to wildfire activity.
- Check BC Parks for any parks & trails closures as they may be impacted
Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire (G80352) Evacuation Alerts #2, #3, & #4 are Cancelled
Issued June 16, 2025 at 1300 hours (1:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire (G80352) Evacuation Alert 2, Alert 3, & Alert 4 are cancelled as of 1300 hours (1:00 p.m.) on June 16, 2025.
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
Be advised, BC Wildfire Service continues to have an Area Restriction order around the Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire (G80352) area.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-219-5210 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #7 is Cancelled
Issued June 13, 2025 at 2000 hours (8:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #7 has been cancelled as of 2000 hours (8:00 p.m.) on June 13, 2025.
Evacuation Alert 7 CANCELLED
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-219-5210 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #5 is Cancelled
Issued June 13, 2025 at 2000 hours (8:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #5 has been cancelled as of 2000 hours (8:00 p.m.) on June 13, 2025.
Evacuation Alert 5 CANCELLED
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-219-5210 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #8
Issued on June 13, 2025 At 2000 hrs (8:00 p.m.)
Official notice: Kiskatinaw River Wildfire Alert #8
The Peace River Regional District has issued a new Evacuation Alert #8 for the Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) upon recommendation from BC Wildfire Service, due to the potential danger to life and health.
This Alert #8 rescinds the following:
- Evacuation Order 4 – Issued on June 6, 2025 At 1900hrs (7:00 p.m.)
- Evacuation Order 5– Issued on June 6, 2025 At 1900hrs (7:00 p.m.)
- Evacuation Alert 6 – Issued on June 9, 2025 at 2030 hrs (8:30 p.m.)
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire Service the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the potential danger to life and health, the following area is asked to be on alert:
- Starting 3 km south of the junction of the One Island Lake Rd. and Hwy 52E
- 7 km east to the BC/Alberta border
- South along the BC/Alberta border for 4 km
- East 6.7 km to Hwy 52E
- Continuing east for 11.3 km to a point of intersection on the One Island Lake Rd and the Kiskatinaw River
- In a southwesterly direction following the eastern side of the One Island Lake Rd. to the junction of the One Island Lake Rd and Noel Rd
- Southerly following the western side of the One Island Lake Rd
- Continuing in a southerly direction for 30 km passing through the eastern side of Tent Lake
- Easterly 8.6 km to a point of intersection on Hwy 52E
- Continuing Easterly to the BC/Alberta border
- Southerly along the BC/Alberta border for 4.6 km
- Westerly for 12 km to Hwy 52E
- Continuing westerly for 11.9 km
- Northwesterly through Blackhawk Lake for 7 km to PDR 286
- Continuing northwesterly to a point of intersection with the Noel Rd. on the western side of Boot Lake
- Northerly, on the western side of Boot Lake, for 6.5 km
- Continuing northeasterly 12.4 km to a point of intersection on Noel Rd.
- Continuing northeasterly for 6.9 km to a point of intersection with the Kiskatinaw River
- Easterly for 8 km to a point of intersection with the Weaver Rd and One Island Lake Rd
- Continuing Easterly for 5 km returning to Hwy 52E
PRRD Alerts and Orders do not affect First Nations communities on Reserve Lands or municipalities as they issue their own.
Online Map Tool:
To see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, please go to the online map tool at https://ow.ly/avaT50W1aRW and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises, or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
Now is the time to get prepared:
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be declared while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at nebcalerts.com/ to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Evacuation Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
- Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
- Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
For further information that may pertain to the wildfire:
- An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News on the PRRD website.
- Emergency information email is also available for public inquires, please email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
- BC Wildfire Service is responsible for the wildfire response. For updates and additional information, visit the dashboard.
- Check Road Conditions: Visit DriveBC.ca for the latest information on any road closures or detours that may be in place due to wildfire activity.
- Check BC Parks for any parks & trails closures as they may be impacted
Alces River Wildfire (G80497) Evacuation Alert #1 is Cancelled
Issued June 13, 2025 at 1800 hours (6:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Alces River Wildfire (G80497) Evacuation Alert #1 has been cancelled as of 1800 hours (6:00 p.m.) on June 13, 2025.
Evacuation Alert 1 CANCELLATION
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-219-5210 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire (G80352) Evacuation Alert #4
Issued on June 13, 2025 at 1700 hrs (5:00 p.m.)
Official notice: Pocket Knife Creek Wildfire Alert #4
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire Service the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the potential danger to life and health.
This Alert #4 rescinds the following Orders:
- Evacuation Order #1 – Issued on June 8, 2025 At 1300hrs;
- Evacuation Order #2 – Issued on June 8, 2025 At 1700hrs;
- Evacuation Order #3 – Issued on June 9, 2025 At 1330hrs;
The Evacuation Alert is in effect for properties in the following area:
- From Km Marker 325 on Highway 97N
- Following Hwy 97N, for a buffer ranging between 3.5 km – 6.5 km along Hwy 97N, on east and west sides,
- South to Km Marker 275 on Hwy 97N
- Northwest for 6 km
- North-Northwest for 5 km
- West for .4 km
- Southwest for 7.8 km
- West for 42.5 km
- South for 6.15 km
- East for 11.8 km
- South for 18.8 km
- Southeast for 57.5 km to Hwy 97N
- Continuing southeast 9 km
- Northwest for 14.8 km
- Southeast for 13 km to the Km Marker 275 on Hwy 97N
PRRD Alerts and Orders do not affect First Nations communities on Reserve Lands or municipalities as they issue their own.
Online Map Tool:
To see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, please go to the online map tool at https://ow.ly/avaT50W1aRW and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises, or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
Now is the time to get prepared:
- Keep your personal vehicle’s gas tank full.
- Bring a minimum of three days of food and essential supplies (such as medication and pet supplies).
- Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be declared while separated.
- Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at nebcalerts.com/ to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Evacuation Alerts.
- Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
- Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible). - Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
- Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
- If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
- Wait for an Evacuation Order BEFORE evacuating.
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
For further information that may pertain to the wildfire:
- An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News on the PRRD website.
- Emergency information email is also available for public inquires, please email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
- BC Wildfire Service is responsible for the wildfire response. For updates and additional information, visit the dashboard.
- Check Road Conditions: Visit DriveBC.ca for the latest information on any road closures or detours that may be in place due to wildfire activity.
- Check BC Parks for any parks & trails closures as they may be impacted
Kiskatinaw River Wildfire (G70422) Evacuation Alert #7
Issued on June 11, 2025 At 1530hrs (3:30 p.m.)
Official notice: Kiskatinaw River Wildfire Alert #7
Based on recommendations from BC Wildfire Service the Peace River Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the potential danger to life and health, the following area is asked to be on alert:
- From the junction of Hwy 2 and Hwy 52 E
- Following the South side of Hwy 2 to the Alberta border
- South following the Alberta border for 6 km
- 2 km West to a point 1.6 km East of Hwy 52 E
- Due South 3.2 km
- Due West 1.6 km to a point of intersection with Hwy 52 E
- South following Hwy 52 E for 0.7 km
- From said point 3.2 km due West
- Due North 1.6 km
- Easterly 2.1 km to a point of intersection of One Island Lake Rd and Weaver Rd.
- Westerly 7.4 km to a point of intersection with Kiskatinaw River
- Northerly following the Kiskatinaw river for approximately 8 km
- Due East 11.5 km
- Due North 1.6 km
- East 0.8 km
- South 0.8 km
- East 1.6 km
- South 1.6 km to a point of intersection with 188 Rd.
- East 4.9 km
- North 1.6 km
- East 2.8 km to a point of intersection of Hwy 2
- Easterly following the South side of Hwy 2 for 0.8 km to a point of intersection with Hwy 52 E
PRRD Alerts and Orders do not affect First Nations communities on Reserve Lands or municipalities as they issue their own.
Online Map Tool:
To see if your property is under an Evacuation Alert, please go to the online map tool at https://ow.ly/avaT50W1aRW and enter your address in the search bar at the top.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises, or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much notice as possible prior to evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions.
Now is the time to get prepared:
– Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be declared while separated.
– Sign up for North East BC Emergency notifications at nebcalerts.com/ to receive alerts about Evacuation Orders and Evacuation Alerts.
– Pack essential items for a quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, passports, birth certificates, banking and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents, cell phone and charger and, if time and space permits, personal keepsakes.
– Prepare to move disabled persons, children, and neighbours if they need assistance.
– Prepare to take pets with you, including pet care items (leash, carrier, food), and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).
– Arrange transportation for all your household and fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.
– Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.
– If you need assistance evacuating from the area, such as for transportation, mobility, health, or other needs, please call 1-800-670-7773.
– Wait for an Evacuation Order BEFORE evacuating.
– Monitor prrd.bc.ca for information on evacuation orders, location of Reception Centres and their hours of operation.
For further information that may pertain to the wildfire:
- An Evacuation Alert checklist is available under Emergency News on the PRRD website.
- Emergency information email is also available for public inquires, please email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca
- BC Wildfire Service is responsible for the wildfire response. For updates and additional information, visit the dashboard.
- Check Road Conditions: Visit drivebc.ca for the latest information on any road closures or detours that may be in place due to wildfire activity.
- Check BC Parks for any parks & trails closures as they may be impacted
Sundance Lake Wildfire (G70501) Evacuation Alert#1 is Cancelled
Issued June 11, 2025 at 1300 hours (1:00 p.m.)
We are happy to share that the Sundance Lake Wildfire (G70501)has been cancelled as of 1300 hours (1:00 p.m.) on June 11, 2025.
EVACUATION ALERT RESCIND SUNDANCE G70501
Please note that an Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if the wildfire situation changes or worsens; however, if that is deemed necessary, a new Evacuation Alert or Order process will be started.
What you should do:
- Keep your personal vehicle’s gas tank full.
- Bring a minimum of three days of food and essential supplies (such as medication and pet supplies).
- Monitor prrd.bc.ca for any changes to the situation or important information.
For more information, please contact the Peace River Regional District at 250-784-3200 or email emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.
