The Regional District of Bulkley Nechako has issued an evacuation alert for the Dohler Flats area near Smithers.
This includes properties north of Dholer Road and any east of Rosenthal Subdivision Road.
The alert was issued due to an ice jam on the Bulkley River posing a flooding risk.
With an alert, the regional district recommends affected residents:
- 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.
No further information is available.
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