Chu Chua Volunteer Fire Department

06/09/2026

Community Notice
June 8, 2026

Emergency responders and the RCMP are attending an incident at IR #1. We have been advised that there is no ongoing risk to community members or residents. Please avoid the area and allow first responders to carry out their work. Further updates will be provided if necessary.

05/30/2026

UPDATE: The Flood Watch has been downgraded to a High Streamflow Advisory by the BC River Forecast Centre for the North Thompson River and tributaries around Clearwater and Blue River, as of 11:00 am today (May 31, 2026). The High Streamflow Advisory for the South Thompson River has also ended.

To view the latest bulletin from the BC River Forecast Centre, click here:https://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/advisories/FWT_2026_05_31_1100_Interior_dwn.pdf

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Please be advised that the BC River Forecast Centre has issued a Flood Watch as of 8:30 am today (May 30, 2026) for the North Thompson River and tributaries around Clearwater and Blue River.

The South Thompson River remains on a lower-risk High Streamflow Advisory.

More information can be found in this morning’s BC River Forecast Centre bulletin by clicking here:https://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/advisories/FWN_2026_05_30_0830_Interior_upg.pdf

05/30/2026

Making your home and property FireSmart can help decrease the intensity of a wildfire and slow its spread 🔥

Taking basic steps today, such as planting FireSmart trees, can significantly reduce the risk to your home and property ✔️

Get started with the FireSmart BC home assessment: http://ow.ly/mStp30qHrGm

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/Wildfires

Alt text: FireSmart's Home Ignition Zones. Extended zone is 10 m to 30 m away from the home. Intermediate zone is 1.5 m to 10 m away from the home. Immediate zone is 0 m to 1.5 m away from the home.

05/28/2026

💧Just a reminder to be mindful around Rivers and Creeks- especially at this time of year.

The River Forecast Centre is issuing a High Streamflow Advisory for areas of the Interior including:
• Upper Fraser – East, including the Fraser River and tributaries from Prince George to McBride and Red Pass
• North and South Thompson Rivers, including tributaries around Clearwater, Blue River, Malakwa, Sicamous and surrounding areas
• Boundary including headwater tributaries on the Granby River and surrounding areas

UPDATE: Flood Warning – Coquitlam River (UPGRADE), West Vancouver Island - Flood Watch Central Coast, South Coast, Lower Fraser Tributaries, Vancouver Island - High Streamflow Advisory – North Coast, Interior Mountains Issued: 11:15 AM October 19, 2024davi 35

05/28/2026

The Simpcw Indigenous Initial Attack crew has officially started gearing up for the 2026 wildfire season. The crew has been busy getting equipment ready, completing training, and making sure everything is in place for another safe season.

What makes our Indigenous Initial Attack contract unique is our service area. Our crew is dedicated to protecting Chu Chua and the surrounding communities. Unlike other crews in the province, our team will not be deployed away from home. They will always be here locally, ready to respond and help protect our community when wildfire threats happen close to home.

We are also proud to have the late Sheldon Eustache’s logo now displayed on our trucks. Sheldon was a huge part of getting the Indigenous Initial Attack crew started.

05/06/2026

The Chu Chua Volunteer Fire Department is looking for new members from Chu Chua and the surrounding area. If you have ever thought about joining the fire department, helping your community, or just want to see what it is all about, this is a great opportunity to come check it out.

The First Nations’ Emergency Services Society (FNESS) will be in the community on Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th putting our new and experienced members through the Exterior Operations Training Program.

Training starts at 8:30 AM both days at the Chu Chua Firehall:
📍 6588 Dunn Lake Road, Chu Chua

No experience is needed. Come out, ask questions, meet the crew, and see what being part of the fire department is all about. Volunteering with the fire department is a great way to give back to the community, learn new skills, and be part of the team.

05/05/2026

OPEN BURNING CHANGES – KAMLOOPS FIRE CENTRE

The BC Wildfire Service has announced new burning restrictions starting May 7 at 12:00 PM.

Chu Chua is located in the Kamloops Fire Centre, so this applies to us.

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❌ What is NOT allowed:

* No Category 2 fires (medium piles, grass or stubble burning)
* No Category 3 fires (large piles, multiple piles, windrows, large area burning)
* No burn barrels or burn cages
* No fireworks or exploding targets
* No air curtain burners, carbonizers, or incinerators

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✅ What IS still allowed:

* Small campfires only (Category 1)
* Must be no bigger than 0.5 m x 0.5 m
* Propane, gas, or briquette stoves for cooking

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Quick reminder:

Even when campfires are allowed, conditions are very dry right now.

* Keep water and tools nearby
* Never leave a fire unattended
* Make sure it’s fully out before you leave

05/02/2026

Even if the spring feels mild, dead grass from last season is dry and can ignite easily. The Fine Fuel Moisture Code (FFMC) measures how easily fine surface fuels like grass and needles can catch and carry fire, and spring values are often high. The FFMC varies by region and topography, so conditions across B.C. may not be the same.

When it comes to grass fires, wind matters more than temperature. Wind dries fuels quickly and drives how fast a fire can spread. If it's a windy day, it's not a good day to burn.

Before any open burning:
📱Check whether burning is permitted in your area at gov.bc.ca/fireprohibitions
👀Never leave a fire unattended.
💦Have an adequate water supply and a hand tool, like a shovel, within reach at all times.
👉🏼When you're done, make sure your fire is fully extinguished and cold to the touch.
💻Review gov.bc.ca/saferburning to learn more

04/28/2026

🚨 Reminder from Chu Chua Volunteer Fire Department 🚨

We’ve been seeing more false information being shared online lately, including old photos, fake posts, and AI-generated content. These types of posts can spread quickly and cause confusion, especially during wildfire season or other emergencies.

Please be careful about what you read and share online. Make sure the information is coming from a trusted source before passing it along.

If there is ever a large emergency that affects our community, the Chu Chua Volunteer Fire Department page will be one of the main places to get updates directly from our Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).

This page will be your one-stop place for reliable local information such as:

✅ Emergency updates
✅ Evacuation alerts or orders
✅ Road updates
✅ Safety information
✅ Community updates

Please help us by sharing information from trusted sources only.