Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre

06/13/2026

On June 13, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., the Cariboo Regional District, Quesnel Search and Rescue, and the RCMP will be conducting a mock evacuation notification exercise on Heaton Road and Blackslock Road in the Bouchie Lake Area.

There will be increased emergency vehicle presence or activity in the area, but there is no danger to the public.
As part of the exercise, a limited number of residences may receive a notification and information package. This is for training purposes only. Personnel will be clearly identified and will not be asking for, or collecting, any personal information.

If you have any questions, please contact CRD Emergency Program Services at (250) 855-8924.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to strengthen emergency preparedness in our communities.

06/12/2026

🔴 An evacuation order means you are at risk and must leave the area immediately.

• Follow official directions on evacuation routes and where to go
• Wait for the evacuation to be rescinded before returning home

ℹ️ Learn more about evacuation stages and preparedness: http://ow.ly/hhrZ50NIsZV

06/11/2026

On June 13, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., the Cariboo Regional District, Quesnel Search and Rescue, and the RCMP will be conducting a mock evacuation notification exercise on Heaton Road and Blacklock Road in the Bouchie Lake Area.

There will be increased emergency vehicle presence or activity in the area, but there is no danger to the public.
As part of the exercise, a limited number of residences may receive a notification and information package. This is for training purposes only. Personnel will be clearly identified and will not be asking for, or collecting, any personal information.

If you have any questions, please contact CRD Emergency Program Services at (250) 855-8924.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to strengthen emergency preparedness in our communities.

06/11/2026

🟡 An evacuation alert means you need to be ready to leave quickly:

• Have grab and go bags, your emergency plan, and important documents ready
• Ensure your family and pets are ready to go
• Make sure your vehicle fueled up
• Park facing forward for a faster departure

ℹ️ Learn more about evacuation stages and preparedness: http://ow.ly/hhrZ50NIsZV

06/10/2026

Know your evactuation stages!

EVACUATION ALERT:
🟡 Be ready to leave on short notice.

EVACUATION ORDER:
🔴 You are at risk. Leave immediately.

EVACUATION RESCIND:
🟢 The threat to life and safety has now passed and you can return home.

Learn more about evacuation stages and preparedness at http://ow.ly/hhrZ50NIsZV

06/08/2026

The Evacuation Alert issued on June 2, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. for the Swede Creek Fire Area has been lifted.

An Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if that is deemed necessary.

Please note: Smoke may still be visible in the area.

06/08/2026

A heads-up for anyone travelling through Tl'etinqox on June 9: you may see first responders and emergency vehicles participating in an Emergency Preparedness Exercise.

This is a planned training event to help agencies practice emergency response and coordination. If you notice emergency activity in the area, please be aware that it is part of the exercise and there is no immediate risk to the public.

Wondering what the day will look like? The morning includes a planned emergency exercise across EOC, ICP, and ESS.

Community members are welcome to observe and learn. At 1:00 PM, everyone is invited to gather for lunch.

The Community Safety Fair runs from 1:15–3:30 PM with local and regional agencies, interactive displays, home and family preparedness information, and prizes.

06/06/2026

On June 6, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., the Cariboo Regional District, Central Cariboo Search and Rescue, and the RCMP will be conducting a mock evacuation notification exercise in the 150 Mile House area, specifically in the Frontier Estates subdivision.

There will be increased emergency vehicle presence or activity in the area, but there is no danger to the public.
As part of the exercise, a limited number of residences may receive a notification and information package. This is for training purposes only. Personnel will be clearly identified and will not be asking for, or collecting, any personal information.

If you have any questions, please contact CRD Emergency Program Services at (250) 855-8924.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to strengthen emergency preparedness in our communities.