An evacuation order has been issued due to the Deer Creek wildfire. The fire has grown to 439 hectares and is still being responded to by BC Wildfire Service.
The Southeast Fire Centre recommended the upgrade from an alert to an order this afternoon as a precaution. It’s impacting 13 properties in the north part of the alert area. It covers the area north from Renata Ferry Road on Broadwater Road and Deer Creek Forest Service Road. The area south from Renata Ferry Road to Cayuse Creek remains on evacuation alert.
All affected properties are being visited by the Robson fire department and RCMP to ensure this information is being delivered. Evacuees are advised to check in at the reception centre, located in the Selkirk Room at the Castlegar and District Rec Complex at 2101 6th Avenue.
The RDCK has declared a state of local emergency in the area due to the Deer Creek wildfire and the imminent threat of it spreading to properties. The Emergency Operations Centre will provide more updates as necessary.