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Cook’s Ferry Indian Band Evacuation Information
Updated on
Current situation
The Cook’s Ferry Indian Band has issued multiple Evacuation Orders due to the Shetland Creek Wildfire. This wildfire poses a risk to life and safety. Refer to the Evacuation Order or Alert documents for specific recommended actions.
Evacuation Orders
Anyone in the areas under Evacuation Order must leave immediately.
Evacuation Order
Recommended actions for an Evacuation Order
Follow all directions from your local authority or First Nation:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Order, you are at risk and must leave immediately
Refer to the Evacuation Order for information specific to your community, including:
- Evacuation Route(s)
- Emergency Support Service (ESS) Reception Centre location(s)
ESS Reception Centres may also be posted by your community on EmergencyMapBC
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Emergency Support Services (ESS) and learn how to access short-term basic support
Call 1-800-387-4258 for help with online registration or general information
Monitor local information channels on the web, social media, radio and TV
Understanding emergency events
Evacuation stages
Evacuation Alert
Be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Order
You are at risk. Leave the area immediately.
Evacuation Rescind
The threat to life and safety has passed.
Links and resources
BC Wildfire Service
- Latest wildfire information and provincial fire bans.
- For updates on specific fire locations and status, review the BC Wildfire Fire List.
Wildfire evacuee guidance
Emergency evacuee guidance information for the public. Always follow the instructions of your Local Authority or First Nation.
DriveBC
- Latest travel and highway updates in BC.
- Find your regional DriveBC Twitter account.
Wildfire evacuee guidance
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PreparedBC
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