Hullcar Mountain Wildfire Update 08-07-24 21:00

• August 7, 2024
• • Emergency Updates

Hullcar Mountain Fire Update
August 7th, 2024 – 9:00 PM
Important Updates on Hullcar Mountain Wildfire

Key Summary

• As of last evening, an Evacuation Order and Evacuation Alert has been issued by Splatsin Kukpi7 & Tkwamipla. These remain in effect at this time.
• Security will be patrolling all areas of IR#1 this evening and into the morning
• Wildfire crews continue to make progress on the Hullcar Mountain Fire with ground crews, helicopters, water bombers, and heaving machinery
• Weather continues to be hot and dry, and light winds are forecasted.

The approximately 670 hectare Hullcar wildfire remains out of control. The BCWFS continues to action the fire with ground crews, helicopters, water bombers, and heaving machinery. The crews continue to make progress and have guards around a significant portions of the fire including the southern flank of the fire which is visible from Hullcar Road. The weather conditions continue to be hot and dry, active fire behavior is expected, and light winds are forecasted.

Splatsin security is patrolling our lands every evening to the morning. RCMP, EOC, and SDC staff will continue to patrol our lands during the daytime.

EOC has been working with FNESS to get structural protection resources on site. Structural protection resources are being deployed. Other external agencies are offering support and the EOC is currently coordinating with these agencies to ensure additional resources are accessed.

EOC is actively monitoring the fire 24 hours a day from the ground and the air. Fire updates will be provided moving forward twice daily – morning and evening available at Emergency Updates Archives – Splatsin.

If current evacuation alerts expand the EOC will notify those residents by updating Voyent Alert System, social media, and door-to-door.

Evacuation Order

As of this time, the Evacuation Order issued on August 6 remains in effect for the following properties:

• East side of Salmon River Road from 2325 to 2621
• West side of Deep Creek Road from 2160 to 2310 AND (Splatsin IR #1)
• 4860 HULLCAR RD
• 4910 HULLCAR RD
• 5214 CLCAHL RD

If the current evacuation order expands the EOC will notify those residents immediately and will guide those residents through the Emergency Support Services registration process.

If you are under evacuation order, you must leave the area immediately. Local authorities will not ask you to leave without good reason, and failing to leave when asked by officials puts you and others at risk.

When an evacuation order is issued:

• Wear a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes to help protect from unforeseen hazards.
• Collect family members or go to the place designated in your family plan as a meeting place.
• Plan to take pets with you; do not leave them behind. Because pets are not permitted in public shelters, follow your plan to go to a relative or friend’s home, or find a pet-friendly hotel.
• Grab your emergency kit and follow the directions to the identified reception centre.
• Follow the routes specified by emergency officials. Avoid shortcuts – they could lead to a blocked or dangerous area.
• Take critical items already in your kit (medicine, purse, wallet and keys).
• Take pets in kennels or on a leash.
• Close all doors and windows. Close and latch gates, but do not lock them.
• Take a cellphone if you have one.
• If there is time and it is safe to do so, shut off water at the main line into your home and switch off electricity at the breaker panel. Leave natural gas service “on.”
• Stay well away from any downed power lines.
• If going to an evacuation centre, sign up with the registration desk so you can be contacted or reunited with family and loved ones.
• Contact your out-of-area emergency contact (identified in your personal emergency plan) to let them know what has happened, that you are alright and how to contact you. Alert them to any separated family members.
  Local authority officials will advise when it is safe to return home.

If you are on Evacuation Order, you are required to register yourself for Emergency Support Services online at https://ess.gov.bc.ca/ or you can come to the Hassan Memorial Arena, located at 3315 Pleasant Valley Rd. in Armstrong, BC to register in person.

It is important that you register yourself for Emergency Support Services if you have been evacuated as a check-in for yourself and your family. For information regarding Emergency Support Services, please contact Olivia Lemke at [email protected].

If you do not have family or friends to stay with and your home insurance does not cover your living expenses during evacuations you may be eligible for support from the Provincial Government.

Evacuation Alert

The Evacuation Alert issued on August 5 remains in effect for the following properties:

• 3027 FELIX RD
• 3104 FELIX RD
• 3119 FELIX RD
• 3291 FELIX RD
• 3295 FELIX RD
• 4829 HULLCAR RD
• 4909 SALMON RIVER RD
• 5211 SALMON RIVER RD
• 5217 SALMON RIVER RD
• 5241 SALMON RIVER RD
• 3204 SHORTCUT RD
• 4431 WILLIAM RD
• 4465 WILLIAM RD
• 4488 WILLIAM RD
• 4499 WILLIAM RD
• 4500 WILLIAM RD
• 4615 WILLIAM RD

If you are under an evacuation alert, you must:

• Prepare to leave your home on short notice.
• Stay tuned to your local authority’s public information channels, as well as EmergencyInfoBC for updates: http://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
• Have your emergency kit and important documents ready to go, which should include things like insurance and personal papers, such as birth certificates. Also pack:
  o several days’ clothing;
  o medicine/prescriptions;
  o comfort items for children, like a favourite toy or colouring books to help keep them busy; and
  o leashes, carriers and food for pets.
• Consider collecting precious photos and mementoes that cannot be replaced.
  Also, check in on any family, friends or neighbours who may need a helping hand due to mobility or other issues.

Know the Difference Between an Evacuation Alert and an Evacuation Order

• An Evacuation Order means you are at risk and should evacuate the area immediately. Follow the routes specified by officials and move away from the fire.
• An Evacuation Alert means that you should be ready to leave on short notice.

Learn More

For information on evacuation orders and alerts, visit EmergencyInfoBC: https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/

Keep up-to-date on the provincial wildfire situation: https://www.bcwildfire.ca

Road closures: https://www.drivebc.com

Wildfire preparedness: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/preparedbc/know-your-hazards/wildfires