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BOIL WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT
A reminder for residents returning home to Clinton, the Boil Water Advisory remains in effect. The Boil Water Advisory came into effect on July 25, 2026. Until further notice, please boil tap water before using it for: Drinking Brushing teeth … Continue reading
WATCH FOR ANIMALS ON ROADS AND HIGHWAYS
As residents return home and travel throughout the Clinton area for supplies and other needs, please use extra caution on local roads and highways. The wildfire damaged fences and, in some cases, livestock were released so they could escape the … Continue reading
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TRAVELLING AND RECREATING SAFELY
As residents return home and begin getting back to regular activities, please continue to use extra caution when travelling or spending time outdoors. Wildfire activity continues in many parts of B.C., and conditions can change quickly. 🚗 Check DriveBC before … Continue reading
BUS TRANSPORTATION FOR RETURNING RESIDENTS
We are working to arrange bus transportation for residents who required bus service when they were evacuated. Bus transportation will not be available this weekend. We will provide advance notice as soon as transportation arrangements are confirmed. ALL RESIDENTS If … Continue reading
No-Cost Fridge and Freezer Disposal for Evacuated Properties
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kamloops, BC – August 15, 2026 – The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) is informing residents that, effective immediately, fridges and freezers will be accepted free of charge at the Clinton Eco-Depot from properties that have been evacuated due to the Pear Lake … Continue reading
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CLINTON RESIDENTS CAN RETURN HOME SATURDAY AT 8 A.M.
Residents if the Village and much of the surrounding area can return home beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, August 15. The Evacuation Order for the Village of Clinton is being downgraded to an Evacuation Alert. This means residents can … Continue reading
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IMPORTANT! Community Information Meeting Online Today at 3PM
The Village of Clinton and TNRD are inviting Clinton residents who remain evacuated due to the Pear Lake wildfire to join an ONLINE community information meeting TODAY (Friday) August 14 at 3 p.m. The meeting will provide important information to help you prepare to return home … Continue reading
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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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