Press Release
As forecasted, favourable weather conditions last night resulted in shifting winds that blew the fire back onto itself and away from the Canada/US border.
The United States has put considerable resources on the 3,200-acre fire.
For current information on the Hope fire, residents should consult US agency websites:
- https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wanes-hope-fire
- https://www.facebook.com/newfireinfo
- https://www.facebook.com/stevenscountyem
The RDKB will continue to monitor the situation and post updates as needed on our website and social media channels.
With wildfire season here, residents are strongly encouraged to sign up for the RDKB’s free emergency alert system and to plan for an emergency. Visit here for more info https://emergency.rdkb.com/
Stay Updated
Check the RDKB’s Facebook account, Instagram account, and @RDKB_Emergency Twitter Feed
Monitor the BC Wildfire Service website for wildfire maps: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map
Make sure your journey is not affected by highway closures: https://www.drivebc.ca/
Get Emergency Ready: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc/guides-and-resources
Media Contact:
Anitra Winje, Information Officer
Tel: 250 231 4748
Email: awinje@rdkb.com
