EOC Update: Expanded Evacuation ORDER issued for Electoral Area A July 22, 2021

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Published: July 22, 2021

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an Evacuation ORDER has been issued by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) due to immediate danger to life safety due to the Nk’Mip Creek wildfire in Electoral Area A. 

RCMP will be expediting this action. Information on responsibility during an Evacuation ORDER are included in this notice.

The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following addresses (Schedule 1). The previously issued Evacuation Order of July 20, 2021 also remains in effect (Schedule 2).

Schedule 1 

Schedule 2

Issued by Director of EOC

 

  • All evacuees are asked to register online with the Emergency Support Services (ESS) Evacuee Registration & Assistance (ERA) tool even if you do not require referrals such as housing or other services: ess.gov.bc.ca
  • Due to a shortage of hotel accommodations, please consider making arrangements to stay with family or friends if possible. Take pets with you if you can.
  • If you require services, please visit the ESS Reception Centre at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 97, 36217 Main Street, Oliver.
  • For ESS information, please call: 250-486-1890.
  • If you have pets or livestock that need to be cared for and billeted, please contact Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team (ALERT) for support: 250-809-7152.

Please visit the RDOS EOC website for resource links and information updates: https://emergency.rdos.bc.ca/resources/

 

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WHEN AN EVACUATION ORDER IS ISSUED

 

  • You must leave the area immediately.
  • Follow directions of emergency responders and travel designated or safest route available.
  • Register as an evacuee at the designated Reception Centre or online: ess.gov.bc.ca
  • If you need transportation assistance from evacuation area, call RDOS EOC: 250-490-4225
    • If you identify as having extraordinary needs, contact RDOS EOC for assistance.
    • Shut off all gas and electrical appliances, do not shut off refrigerators and freezers.
    • Close all windows and doors.
    • Please store your Firearms in accordance with Section 118 of the Firearms Act.
    • Close gates (latch) but do not lock.
    • Gather your family and, if you have room, take a neighbor or someone needing transportation.  Do not use more vehicles than you have to.

 

  • Take critical items only if they are immediately available:
    • government-issued ID
    • medications
    • eyeglasses
    • valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information)
    • immediate care needs for dependents

 

  • Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
    • Pet owners and hobby farmers with concerns for their animals should make arrangements when an Evacuation Alert is issued. Animal Emergency Response Team (ALERT) can help: 250-809-7152
  • Farmers who require assistance, please call RDOS EOC: 250-490-4225
  • Do not use the telephone unless you need emergency service.

 

YOU MUST LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY

For further information, please call the EOC: 250-490-4225

 

At the Reception Centre – Emergency Support Services (ESS) volunteers will be able to assist you to meet your basic needs by providing services for up to 72 hours. This may include coordinating food, clothing, lodging and transportation.

  • Within the RDOS area – ALERT provides assistance with pet and animal care
  • Beyond 72 hours, ESS volunteers may provide additional support or referral to the Canadian Red Cross.
  • If you are not able to attend the reception centre and you require support: please call the EOC at 250-490-4225
  • An ESS volunteer will return your call within one business day.

Once you are evacuated from your home, and you have not already done so, please register for CivicReady to receive notifications by phone, email and text.

https://emergency.rdos.bc.ca/civicready-mass-notification-system

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