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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Fridges and Freezers After Evacuation
Dear Clinton Residents, Many of you will remember returning home after the 2017 wildfires. At that time, residents could tape a fridge or freezer shut and dispose of the entire appliance with the spoiled food still inside. ⛔ That process … Continue reading
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August 12 Re-entry Update
Good morning, Clinton. The outlook for re-entry is encouraging, and the entire team is working hard to make a safe return possible as soon as we can. When that time comes, returning home will be an important milestone, but there … Continue reading
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August 11, 2026 (PM) Update
Good evening, Once again, we are seeing our community and our neighbours step up to support one another. From help for pets and animals to new resources for recovery, that support will continue to be important in the days and weeks ahead. Today’s update … Continue reading
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BC SPCA support info for wildfire evacuees and their pets
August 11, 2026 With the Province of British Columbia in an active state of emergency due to the more than 100 wildfires burning across the province, the BC SPCA is prioritizing support for animals and their families who have been impacted by the fires. To date, … Continue reading
August 11, 2026 Daily Re-entry Update
Daily returning home progress While the work towards recovery is moving forward, there is currently no scheduled date for residents to return home, and the evacuation order remains in place. Access to the Village of Clinton and the evacuation order area remains restricted. At this … Continue reading
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August 10, 2026 (PM) Update
Good evening, We know that being away from home for an extended period of time is stressful, even at the best of times. Having to evacuate, leave behind animals and possessions, and not be able to have neighbours or family check on your … Continue reading
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August 10, 2026 (AM) Update
Status Update – returning home progress While the work towards recovery is moving forward, there is currently no scheduled date for residents to return home, and the evacuation order remains in place. Access to the Village of Clinton and the evacuation order area remains restricted. At this … Continue reading
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August 9, 2026 Update (PM)
We are grateful for the continued patience and resilience of Clinton residents as this evacuation continues. Please continue to look out for one another and extend patience and kindness to your neighbours and fellow community members. We will continue … Continue reading
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August 9, 2026 (AM) Update
Daily status – returning home progress Good progress continues to be made on the work needed to safely return residents to Clinton. Crews and partner agencies are working each day to restore essential services, address hazards and make sure the … Continue reading
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August 6, 2026 Update (PM)
BC Wildfire update BC Wildfire Service crews continue to make good progress around the Village of Clinton. Firefighters are working on all sides of the village to put out hot spots, strengthen control lines and remove vegetation that could still burn. This work helps … Continue reading
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