An Evacuation Order and Evacuation Alert for residents impacted by the Mulvey Creek wildfire has been rescinded.
The rescinded Evacuation Order and Alert area includes 37 addresses and 41 parcel identifiers on the west side of Slocan Lake in Electoral Area H, as well as residents on the west side of Slocan West Road as it turns into Little Slocan Road.
There are no Evacuation Order or Alerts remaining for the Slocan Lake Complex wildfires.
The first Evacuation Order for the Mulvey Creek wildfire was issued on July 21 with subsequent orders expanding the evacuation area. On August 12, 21, and 23 portions of the Evacuation Order area was downgraded to Evacuation Alerts.
Residents that have been taken off Evacuation Order are returning to a community where the surrounding area was affected by a wildfire. Unseen dangers may linger when returning to their homes and properties, ranging from gas leaks and weakened foundations to danger trees, and exposed wires and power lines. Using caution can help reduce potential injuries. When in doubt, consult an expert for help.
Burned forests have significant hazards and can remain dangerous for years. The fire has left behind danger trees – those are trees which can fall without warning even without a wind, due to roots being burned out. Ash pits can also pose a serious threat. Ash pits are holes full of hot ashes created by burned trees and stumps. You can be seriously injured by falling into ash pits. If you find an ash pit, mark it for safety and warn your family and neighbours to keep clear of the marked area.
Where to find information
The BC Wildfire Service is the primary source of information for all wildfire activity.
Regional District Central Kootenay (RDCK) is the primary source of information for evacuation orders and evacuation alerts.
Drive BC for all information on roads and road closures.
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