The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George has issued an evacuation alert for the area around Norman Lake due to an active wildfire.
The BC Wildfire Service has 27 fire fighters and equipment battling the blaze, which is currently about 2 km north of Norman Lake and approximately 10 hectares in size.
Residents are being asked to take the following steps in case an evacuation order is issued:
- gather important papers and move valuables to alternate locations;
- make arrangements for pets to be moved to a safe location;
- make arrangements for livestock for a safe alternative location in case an evacuation order is issued
- prepare a 72-hour personal emergency kit for you and your family; remember to include any necessary medications in your kit.
The area currently affected by the alert is shown below.
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