8:03 PM
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) emergency operations centre has removed the evacuation orders and alerts for properties affected by the Spaulding Creek fire in Christina Lake.
No homes were lost in this fire.
“We are grateful to fire crews for their quick response to this event,” stated Mark Stephens, Emergency Operations Centre Director in a news release. “We are also thankful to Red Cross volunteers for establishing a reception centre so promptly.”
He commended affected residents for their cooperation and for following all evacuation orders.
Residents are encouraged to register for the RDKB Emergency Alerting System – Voyent Alert – on the RDKB’s emergency website https://emergency.rdkb.com/
6:00 PM
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has downgraded some evacuation orders for the Spaulding Creek Wildfire in Christina Lake.
A notice stated evacuation orders for residents on Caitlin and Kensington Roads are now on evacuation alert.
4:30 PM
A wildfire in Christina Lake has shut down Highway 3 and evacuation orders have been put in place.
A notice from Emergency Info BC stated the Regional District of Kootenay-Boundary has placed evacuation orders for all properties on Brown Road, Kensington Place, and Caitlin Road due to the Spaulding Creek wildfire as it poses a threat to human life.
Affected residents are to head to Highway 3 using McRae Road and go to Christina Lake Community Hall, 90 Park Road.
The highway has been shut down and traffic is being rerouted either to Castlegar, or Grand Forks. Motorists are being advised to not travel to Christina Lake at this time.
Fire Crews from Christina Lake and Grand Forks, as well as BC Wildfire Service are battling the blaze.
Anyone on evacuation alert can pre-register online for emergency support services at https://ess.gov.bc.ca/
“This is a dynamic situation,” said Mark Stephens, EOC Director. “Local and BC Wildfire Service crews are on the scene. Please listen to responders as evacuation orders are issued.”
Everyone is asked to follow the RDKB’s website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information.
Residents are asked to register for the RDKB Emergency Alerting System – Voyent Alert – on the RDKB’s emergency website https://emergency.rdkb.com/
Check the RDKB’s emergency management website and @RDKB_Emergency Twitter Feed for reliable updates: https://emergency.rdkb.com/
Monitor the BC Wildfire Service website for wildfire maps: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map
Make sure your journey is not affected by highway closures: https://www.drivebc.ca/
Get Emergency Ready: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc/guides-and-resources
This is a developing story.
