Tag Archives: wildfire response

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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August 6, 2026 – Update (AM)

📋Daily status update – returning home progress Progress is being made in the Village of Clinton to return residents home as soon as it is safe to do so. We know our community wants to learn the status of timelines for when they can expect some normalcy during … Continue reading →

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August 3, 2026 Wildfire Update

BC Wildfire Service activities BC Wildfire Service structure protection crews are actively protecting homes and buildings in and around the Village of Clinton. Hose and sprinkler systems remain in place and are being maintained. Crews are patrolling the area for hotspots near important … Continue reading →

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August 1, 2026 (AM) Update

August 1, 2026 (AM) Update BC Wildfire Service is expecting extreme fire behaviour today (August 1) as a cold front moves through the area, bringing gusty winds. Yesterday (July 31) crews were able to complete 160 hectares of the initial … Continue reading →

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Recording of Public Information Meeting on Wildfire Situation (July 29, 2026)

The recording of the Public Information Meeting held on July 29, 2026 is now available. The meeting provided information to residents and property owners under Evacuation Order or Alert due to the Pear Lake wildfire, Ainslie Creek wildfire, French Bar … Continue reading →

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July 28, 2026 (AM) Wildfire Update

July 28, 2026 (AM) Wildfire Update We know many residents are eager to return home. Staff are conducting rapid damage assessments and will connect with property owners that have major property impacts directly. At this time, the evacuation order remains … Continue reading →

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Village of Clinton Issues Evacuation Order

July 24, 2026 The Village of Clinton is currently under an Evacuation Order due to the ongoing wildfire threat. The safety of our residents, visitors, and emergency responders remains our highest priority. Everyone within the Village is required to leave … Continue reading →