Evacuation Alert due to the Howser Ridge 3 wildfire

July 29, 2024

Nelson, BC: On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the Howser Ridge 3 wildfire (N71144) in Electoral Area "D". The Evacuation Alert includes 1 property East of Highway 31 and the Lardeau River, north of the community of Howser, West of Duncan Lake. See map of the Evacuation Alert area below.

Address (1)
14940 Highway 31

Evacuation Alert with address list
Evacuation Alert map

At this time residents or visitors within the area are not required to evacuate, however the RDCK advises people to remain vigilant and be prepared to leave the area at a moment's notice. It is recommended to prepare an emergency kit and ensure preparedness, including moving pets and livestock to a safe area, in the event the situation worsens and an Evacuation Order is enforced. Part of your plan should include where you can go if evacuated.

The Howser Ridge 3 wildfire was first discovered on July 18 and estimated at 392 hectares. The BCWS has determined the cause to be lightning.

Updates or changes to the Evacuation Alert will be provided via the RDCK website, Facebook and Twitter as more information becomes available. For details about evacuation and emergency preparedness, along with other resources, please visit www.rdck.ca/eocinfo. The RDCK EOC public inquiry line is 250-352-7701.

For up to date information on current wildfire activity, conditions and prohibitions, call 1-888-336-7378 or visit www.bcwildfire.ca.

For more information about evacuations and emergency preparedness, along with other resources:

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