WILDFIRE – Evacuation alert issued for nine properties in Harper Lake area

An evacuation alert has been issued by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, effective June 30, 2025, due to the Mount Scatchard wildfire (K40769) about four km. southwest of Chase.

The evacuation alert, posted at 7:47 p.m., is in effect for about nine addressed properties in Electoral Area “L” (Grasslands).

BC Wildfire Service said this evening the fire is estimated at 35 acres and is displaying rank 2 and 3 behaviour, meaning visible, open flame.

Impacted areas are as follows:

• Harper Lake area, and as outlined on the map.

This Evacuation Alert is in place to prepare affected residents to evacuate their premises or property should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible prior to an Evacuation Order; however, they may receive limited notice due to changing conditions, said the TNRD.

What You Should Do:

• Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be issued while separated.
• Pack essential items for quick departure, such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g. insurance, credit, and mortgage information), and immediate care needs for dependents or pets. Pack keepsakes if time permits.
• Arrange to stay with family or friends (if possible).
• Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/ or neighbours, if assistance is needed.
• Prepare to take pets with you and move large animals and livestock to a safe area (if possible).
• If you are a livestock producer, ensure that you have your Premise ID in the event that you require support if an Evacuation Order is issued.
• Arrange transportation for all your household members. Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles to be used in case of an Evacuation Order.
• If transportation assistance is required, please contact the TNRD at 250-377-7188.
• For information on Evacuation Orders and locations of Reception Centres, refer to eoc.tnrd.ca, emergencyinfobc.ca, or TNRD social media accounts (Facebook, Bluesky, “X”/ Twitter).
• To ensure you are getting the most timely and accurate Evacuation Alert and Order information, please use Voyent Alert! and subscribe to the TNRD. To register, visit: tnrd.ca/voyent.

For more information and to access the interactive TNRD Emergency Map, visit: eoc.tnrd.ca.