An \u0022incredibly intense\u0022 wildfire is just a few kilometres away from the British Columbia community of Tumbler Ridge, fire officials said.
Curry said the priority for emergency crews is to protect critical infrastructure, including Tumbler Ridge’s main water reservoir.
Chisholm, who has lived in the community for 10 years, said her dilemma was dealing with her horse since she doesn’t have a trailer. She said she had arranged with someone at the local saddle club to get it out, but then the highway to Dawson Creek was blocked off.“I just kept getting phone calls and phone calls of all these people who were willing to help, so that made me feel good that strangers were willing to help, like no questions asked,” Chisholm said.
A four-hour, back-road detour allowing limited movement in and out of the area was also set to be closed for much of Friday as a vehicle was pulled from a lake. In the meantime, local airlines have been adding flights and Law said he’s encouraging people trying to get to Tofino to consider flying.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
From hoses and shovels to water bombers: How wildfires are being fought across Canada - Terrace StandardFrom hoses and shovels to water bombers: How wildfires are being fought across Canada
Read more »
Wildfire triggers evacuation order for Tumbler Ridge, B.C.An immediate evacuation order has been issued for residents of the British Columbia District of Tumbler Ridge.
Read more »
Agreement reached to share Columbia River Treaty revenues with First Nations - Terrace StandardThe Ktunaxa, Secwépemc and Syilx Okanagan Nations will each receive 5% of the revenue generated
Read more »
Treaty could bring salmon back to Columbia RiverColumbia River negotiations hold promise to restore flowing waters that will help salmon reach the ocean
Read more »
B.C. government shares Columbia River Treaty revenue with Indigenous groupsBritish Columbia will give $50-million a year in hydroelectricity revenues to be split equally between the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc and Syilx Okanagan Nations
Read more »
Nearly half of British Columbians believe race relations has worsened, poll findsOur survey shows a bit of positive momentum on the issue of race relations. The proportion of Canadians who report an improvement is up five points, but certain areas remain far behind in believing that things are actually better
Read more »