Evacuation alert reissued north of Ootsa Lake

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has issued an evacuation alert for the north shore of Ootsa Lake.

This went into effect at 7:30 tonight. (Thursday)

This includes properties, and dwellings located south of the Cheslatta River,
between Skins Lake and Cheslatta Lake, and west of the Marilla Main FSR.

Residents in the area are asked to prepare incase the evacuation notice is upgraded to an order, including:

• Locate all family members or co-workers and plan to meet outside the evacuation area, should an evacuation be called while separated.
• Gather essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (i.e., insurance), immediate care needs for dependents and, if you choose, keepsakes (photographs, etc.), and have these items readily available for quick departure.
• Prepare to move any persons with mobility challenges and/or children.
• Move pets and livestock to a safe area. If you require assistance, please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.
• Arrange to transport your household members or co-workers in the event of an evacuation order. If you are asked to evacuate and need transportation assistance from the area, please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.
• Arrange accommodation for your family if possible.

This is for the Sabina Lake wildfire southwest of the alert area.

According to the BC Wildfire service, the blaze has burned 41,170.6 hectares and remains out of control.

A previous alert was issued by the regional district on August 30th, then rescinded on Tuesday. (Sept. 3rd)