[Arctic Outflow, Winter Storm, Wind and/or Snowfall] Warning[s] have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for [areas in the following regions/ many areas] of British Columbia: [insert linked locations from Environment Canada] Recommended actions If you are in the area under a [Arctic Outflow, Winter Storm, Wind and/or Snowfall] Warning: Know the symptoms of cold-related illness and seek medical care…

The City of Penticton has DOWNGRADED the Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Alert  for properties on Penticton Ave. (Pleasant Valley Mobile Park) due to the threat of a rockslide. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice.  More information: Evacuation Alert (PDF) City of Penticton updates: Twitter Facebook Recommended Actions…

BC Emergency Alerts are broadcast on TV, radio, and cell phones to provide urgent, life-saving information during emergencies. A TEST of the BC Emergency Alert system occurred on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 1:55 p.m. (PST). BC Emergency Alert TEST Message This is a TEST of the BC Emergency Alert system. This is ONLY a…

On November 6th, the Lower Similkameen Indian Band issued an Evacuation Order (PDF) due to imminent danger from a rockslide. The risk of danger has now passed. This Evacuation Order expired on November 10, 2023. Recommended Actions Follow directions from your Local Authority or First Nation. Resources Know the signs of landslide and be prepared. Visit…

An earthquake has been felt near Victoria, British Columbia. There are no reports of major damage or injuries and none are expected. More information is available from Natural Resources Canada. The National Tsunami Warning Center has stated a tsunami is NOT expected. Local Time: 7:21 pm PDT Magnitude: 4.1 Location: 56 km NW of Seattle,…

An Evacuation Order has been issued by the Peace River Regional District due to the Stoddart Creek wildfire. The Evacuation Order includes the following area: Following the southern boundary of Blueberry River First Nations reserve lands and the Blueberry River east to the bridge on the Prespatou Road South along Prespatou Road to a point 3.2…

The Provincial State of Emergency issued by the Province of BC on August 18, 2023, expired at the end of day Thursday, September 14, 2023 (Pacific time). Links & Resources For current wildfire evacuation information, visit EmergencyInfoBC.ca. For wildfire locations and response information, visit BCWildfire.ca. Guidance for wildfire evacuees Travel and highway wildfire impacts from…

On August 30th, 2023, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen issued an Evacuation Alert for four properties in Electoral Area “F” along North Beach Road, due to a rockslide. The Evacuation Alert has been issued as a precautionary measure while the province conducts geotechnical assessments. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on…

An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Skwlāx te SecwepemcúÍecw and Columbia Shuswap Regional District due to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. For a map of the impacted area visit: https://alertable.ca/#/details/2023/339202 Columbia Shuswap Regional District updates: Twitter Facebook Alert Message BC EMERGENCY…

An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District due to wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order (PDF) Thompson-Nicola Regional District updates: Twitter Facebook Alert Message BC EMERGENCY ALERT issued by TNRD due to the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire. Evacuate…

For the latest information on Evacuation Order and Alerts due to Wildfires in BC: Current Wildfire Information This page is no longer being updated. An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert have been issued by the City of West Kelowna and the Regional District of Central Okanagan due to the McDougall Creek wildfire. Impacted…

The Surrey RCMP issued an Amber Alert on July 19, 2023. The Alert ended on July 29th with the children found safe. Recommended actions When an amber alert is issued: If you receive an Amber Alert, watch for the child, suspect, and/or vehicle described in the Alert DO NOT approach the victim or suspect: Do…

Heat Warnings have been ENDED by Environment and Climate Change Canada: Boundary Kootenay Lake North Thompson On this page: Recommended actions  Cooling centre locations Heat safety Resources   About heat alerts  Recommended actions If you are in the area under a Heat Warning: Know the symptoms of heat-related illness and seek medical care if you or…

An Evacuation Order Expansion and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District due to the Ross Moore Lake wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order (PDF) Thompson-Nicola Regional District updates: Twitter Facebook Alert Message BC EMERGENCY ALERT issued by TNRD due to wildfire. Evacuate immediately if you are…

This Alert has been expanded. For the most up to date information, click here. An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District due to the Ross Moore Lake wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order (PDF) Thompson-Nicola Regional District updates: Twitter Facebook…

This event is still ACTIVE. For the latest updates visit: Wildfire Information: Peace River Regional District. June 9, 2023. An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Peace River Regional District due to the Peavine Creek wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order…

Heat Warnings have ended for: North Coast – inland including Terrace North Coast – inland including Kitimat Visit Weather Alerts Canada for more information. Heat safety and preparedness To prepare for heat, refer to the following resources: BC Centre for Disease Control – Preparing for Heat Events PreparedBC – Be Prepared for Heat PreparedBC – Extreme…

This Evacuation Order is still in effect. See updated wildfire information at: Current Wildfire Information in BC An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert has been issued by the Peace River Regional District due wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order (PDF) BC Wildfire Service fire location & status: Cameron River…

This Evacuation Order is still in effect. See updated wildfire information at: Current Wildfire Information in BC An Evacuation Order and a BC Emergency Alert have been issued by the Peace River Regional District due wildfire. Impacted residents should evacuate the area immediately. More information & map: Evacuation Order (PDF) BC Wildfire Service fire location &…

This webpage is not currently being updated. Wildfires are occurring in parts of B.C. For the most up to date information visit your Local Authority or First Nation website. Evacuation Rescinds: Tl’etinqox Government: Information & map: Evacuation Alert RESCIND (PDF) Fire location & status: Dripping Water Wildfire Tl’etinqox Government updates: Facebook Cariboo Regional District: Information &…

THIS EVENT IS STILL ACTIVE. See the Current Wildfire Information in BC for further updates.  The Tl’etinqox Government has issued an Evacuation Alert for the entire area located within IR #1 due to the Dripping Water Wildfire. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice. More information & map: Evacuation…

An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation for Pavilion Reserve #1 due to the South East Skwish Creek wildfire. For more information, including a map of the affected area, view the Evacuation Alert (PDF). Recommended Actions Follow all directions from local officials: If you are in the area under Evacuation Alert,…

An earthquake has been felt near Daajing Giids, British Columbia. There are no reports of major damage or injuries and none are expected. More information is available from Natural Resources Canada Local Time: 06:59:00 PDT Magnitude: 4.2 Latitude: 52.9 North Longitude: 132.2 West Depth: 10.0 km UT Date & Time: 2023/03/13 13:59:00 Important things to…

An extended power outage is impacting the Metlakatla First Nation community. BCHydro is responding to the outage and it has been reported on the BC Outage Map. A Warming Centre has been opened to support residents. Warming Centre location: Metlakatla Health Centre 3L Duncan Road E Metlakatla, BC phone: 778-629-1080 Resources: BCHydro – Stay Safe…

The River Forecast Centre has issued a Flood Watch for: Howe Sound, including tributaries around Squamish North Shore Mountains Sunshine Coast Central Vancouver island East Vancouver Island South Vancouver Island An atmospheric river is impacting coastal BC, with moderate to heavy rain anticipated through Thursday and into Friday. Precipitation totals of 15 mm to 60…