Update at 9 p.m. Saturday:
The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako issued an Evacuation Order and Evacuation Alert tonight (Saturday) at 8:00 following a fire in Lejac just outside of Fraser Lake.
The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following area: South of Highway 16 to south of Roys Lake; West and East of Seaspunkut 4 (Lejac).
The Evacuation Alert is in effect for the area South of Highway 16 to south of Klez Lake
and east of Drywilliam Lake.
Evacuees:
 In regard to Emergency Support Services (ESS) please contact the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at 250-692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339 or Emergency Management BC at 1-800-663-3456.
 Emergency Support Services can provide assistance for food, lodging, clothing, emotional support and family reunification for person under Evacuation Order.
If you require assistance in regard to livestock please contact the Regional District of
Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN) at 250-692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
 You must leave the area immediately.
 If you need transportation assistance from the area please advise the individual
providing this notice or call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at 250-692-
3195 or Emergency Management BC at 1-800-663-3456.
 Close all windows and doors.
 Shut off all gas and electrical appliances, other than refrigerators and freezers
 Close gates (latch) but do not lock.
 Gather your family: take a neighbour or someone who needs help.
 Take critical items (medicine, purse, wallet, and keys) only if they are immediately
available. Take pets in pet kennels or on leash.
YOU MUST LEAVE THE EVACUATION ORDER AREA IMMEDIATELY
Original story:
A fire is burning in Lejac just outside of Fraser Lake.
Molly Blower, Information Officer for the Prince George Fire Centre said the fire is estimated at ten hectares in size and is believed to be human-caused.
“It is five kilometres east of Fraser Lake and 16 BCWF fighters are on sight with air tankers,” said Blower.
Evacuations of residents in the area are being assessed.
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