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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT

ELECTORAL AREA “E”, “I”, “J” Elephant Hill East EVACUATION ALERT An evacuation alert has been issued by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District. The Elephant Hill Wildfire continues to pose an imminent threat to people and property. Due to the potential danger to life and health, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the areas identified on the attached map, including the following: • • • • • • • • •

4989 North Bonaparte Rd. 2345 Bluegoose Rd. 5564 to 5588 Green Lake-Jim Lake FSR. 3480 to 3700 Little Green Lake Rd. 6820 Lost Valley Rd. 2440 McMahon Rd. 1605 Boule-Young Lake Rd. 5885 Clinton-Upper Loon Lake FSR 280 Eagan-Bonaparte Lake FSR

An evacuation alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises and property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance warning as possible prior to the evacuation; however you may receive limited notice due to changing conditions. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WHEN AN ALERT IS IN EFFECT 1. Locate all family members and be prepared to evacuate your residence and property to an identified safe reception center. 2. Gather essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (insurance), photographs and immediate care needs for dependents. 3. Prepare to move any disabled persons and children. 4. Collect pets and pet needs. 5. If possible, move livestock to a safe area. IN THE EVENT AN EVACUATION IS REQUIRED, residents described above identified on the attached map will need to exit the area. If you require more information contact the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Emergency Operations Centre at 1-866-377-7188.

For Immediate Release: September 17, 2017, 13:00 hrs.

P.A.J. Ranta Chair of Board of Directors For more information contact:

13:00 hours

September 17, 2017

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Debbie Sell, Information Officer Phone: (250) 377-7188 Toll Free in BC: 1-866-377-7188

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Evacuation Alert – Elephant East

Kamloops, BC – September 17, 2017 @ 13:00 hrs

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Thompson Nicola Regional District Elephant Hill Fire - K20637

EVACUATION ORDER RESCINDED TO ALERT

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Evacuation Alert Sept 5, 2017 @1900

Evacuation Alert Aug 16, 2017 @1600

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Evacuation Order Evacuation Alert Evacuation Rescind Evacuation All Clear

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The information on this map was compiled by the TNRD for regulatory and internal reference purposes only. No representation or warranty is made as to the accuracy of the information.

Map Drawn: 17 Sep 2017 @ 11:32:23 AM