Tl'azt'en Nation Emergency Management

08/28/2026

BC has ENDED the State of Provincial Emergency, effective Aug. 27, due to wildfire.There is no impact to existing States of Local Emergency, Evacuation Orders or Evacuation Alerts.

More information on current Evacuation Orders and Alerts: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca

While the State of Provincial Emergency is ending, wildfire season is not over.

The province will continue to respond to the wildfire situation and support impacted communities.

Residents and visitors in B.C. are urged to:
• Stay prepared and be ready for changing conditions.
• Follow the direction of local authorities, including any Evacuation Orders and Alerts.
• Check conditions before travelling and follow directions from officials.
Safety reminders:
• Check BC Wildfire Service, EmergencyInfoBC, and DriveBC before heading out.
• Follow any local Evacuation Orders/Alerts and directions from officials.

LAST UPDATED: 3:40 pm, Thursday, August 27, 2026

08/25/2026

Protect your indoor air from wildfire smoke. Learn how to keep the air in your home clean and prevent wildfire smoke from entering your home: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/publications/healthy-living/how-prepare-wildfire-smoke.html

08/25/2026

Contact information for staff

08/22/2026

B.C. has EXTENDED the State of Provincial Emergency until August 29, 2026, due to regional wildfires.

The wildfire risk remains high for much of the province. Stay alert for changing conditions and official emergency updates.

More information: http://EmergencyInfoBC.ca

08/20/2026

Some BC residents are experiencing power outages due to wildfires.

If you haven’t been told to evacuate, and your power goes out:

Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to help food stay cold longer ✔️

Don’t use propane heaters, barbecues or generators indoors due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning ✔️

Check on neighbours, family members and others who may need support ✔️

Learn more at PreparedBC.ca/PowerOutages

08/20/2026

Wildfire smoke can travel long distances from the fire zone. Check for weather alerts and the Air Quality Health Index to find out if you’re at risk: https://weather.gc.ca/airquality/pages/index_e.html

08/20/2026

What does it mean when an Evacuation Order is “rescinded” or “downgraded” to an Evacuation Alert?

When local officials rescind an Evacuation Order, it means the immediate threat to life and safety has passed and it is safe to return home. However, if an area is downgraded from an Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Alert, residents must remain ready to leave again on short notice if conditions change.

Do not return to your home until local officials have said it is safe to do so. Before heading back, check for updates from your local government or First Nation. Even after returning home, continue to monitor official information for any new Evacuation Alerts or Orders.

Staying informed and following official instructions helps keep you, your family, and first responders safe.

Learn more: https://gov.bc.ca/evacuee-guidance

08/19/2026

Returning home after a wildfire can feel overwhelming. Use caution and take things one step at a time.

☑️Follow designated re-entry routes; drive slowly

☑️Check for water-use restrictions or boil-water advisories. Follow all health recommendations.

☑️Not sure if food is safe to eat? When in doubt, throw it out. This includes food from fridges without reliable power, thawed frozen food, smoke-damaged dry goods, damaged cans, and home-canned items.

☑️If your fridge or freezer was damaged, contact your insurance provider. Depending on your policy, appliance replacement, contents loss or disposal may be covered.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/vwPt50ZB3i7

08/17/2026