Wildfire Area Hazard Advisory - Resident Re-Entry

It is anticipated that the current Evacuation Orders to properties impacted by the Bush Creek East Wildfire will be downgraded or rescinded in the near future. When this occurs, the information will be available on the CSRD website and on Facebook.&nb...

EOC Update: Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 4 PM

Update on Fire Behaviour - September 28, 2023 - 4 PM

The Bush Creek East wildfire is now classified by BC Wildfire as Being Held. This means it is not likely to spread beyond predetermined boundaries under current conditions. 

The size of the fire ...

Fire hydrant servicing starts October 1

Fall hydrant servicing will be taking place on the following dates in various areas of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District:

•  Falkland – October 1
• Eagle Bay – October 2
• MacArthur Heights – October 2
• Anglemont – October 3 to 6
• Saratoga – October 7
• Sor...

Shuswap Watershed Council Referendum to resume in February

After wildfires required the postponement of the Shuswap Watershed Council referendum in mid-August, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board is recommending a new general voting date be set for a Saturday in early February 2024.

Ballots already...

Evacuation Alerts rescinded to All Clear across the Shuswap

The Evacuation Alerts, issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to a wildfire burning in Electoral Area F and G of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District have been resci...

EOC Update: Friday, September 22, 2023 - 3 PM

UPDATE: Friday, September 22, 2023 - 3 PM

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Information Officers from the Shuswap Emergency Program visited Celista yesterday to talk to residents, answer questions and offer recovery resources. 

The team will also be out in the North Sh...

Delivering appreciation for CSRD firefighters

Tim Hortons delivered thanks in the form of Timbits, coffee and sandwiches to Columbia Shuswap Regional District firefighters, who have been working for many weeks on the Bush Creek East Wildfire. 

The Tim Hortons Coffee Truck, which visits commun...

EOC Update: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 - 4:30 PM

UPDATE: Wednesday, September 20, 2023  - 4:30 PM

Recovery Activity Now that evacuees have returned to the communities in North Shuswap, the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is starting to wind down as efforts turn to the recovery phase o...

Temporary Water Service Outage for Falkland on September 21

A repair to the water system requires a water shut down for the Ponderosa Road area of the Falkland Water System between 8 AM and 5 PM on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

Water service will be restored as soon as possible.

See the affected area outlined in red...

Fighting to protect Sorrento

Like an angry dragon, the Bush Creek East wildfire in Sorrento began an aggressive run down Black Mountain in the early morning hours of August 30.

Thanks to a tremendous effort by four Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) fire departments, BC Wildfir...

Structure fire on Bastion Mountain contained by CSRD firefighters

Farmer, volunteer partner up to get fresh corn to the North Shuswap

When he couldn’t put boots on the ground as a firefighter, Carlin farmer Forrest Shuster contributed to wildfire relief by putting his boots in the field.

Shuster, the owner-operator of the corn and pumpkin operations at Destiny Acres Farm donated more tha...

Bush Creek East Fire flare up expected to continue for next few days

Update: September 16, 2023 at 1 PM

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has provided the Shuswap Emergency Program with an update on the Bush Creek East Wildfire, which remains an active fire in the area. 

Fire flare-ups in the Notch Hill area were less ...

CSRD Board adds weight to call for third-party wildfire review

A call from the Mayor of Barriere for an independent review of the 2023 fire season was answered by the Board of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the September 14, 2023, Regular Meeting.

The Board voted unanimously in favour of supporting M...

EOC Update: Friday, September 15, 2023 - 5:30 PM

Prioritizing Debris Clean-up

Communities are encouraged to prioritize debris cleanup on and around properties before the arrival of snow and freezing temperatures. When left over winter, the toxic chemicals and dangerous materials contained in the debris h...

Building permits restricted pending wildfire geotechnical assessments

The Board of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) unanimously agreed to temporarily stop issuing building permits or conducting building inspections in fire-impacted areas of the Shuswap until the results of geotechnical assessments are complete....

BCWS working on smoky hot spot within fire perimeter

The Shuswap Emergency Program has been in communication with the BC Wildfire Service this morning regarding an active smoke plume, which is very visible in the area of Sorrento and Notch Hill.  

The smoke plume is coming from an area burning withi...

Wildfire Information Briefing | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633) | September 14, 2023 at 5 PM

September 14, 2023, at 5 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing. 

Panelists: Aydan Coray, Informa...

Temporary Water Service Outage for Anglemont on September 15

A repair to the water system requires a water shut down for parts of the Anglemont Water System between 8 AM and 5 PM on Friday, September 15, 2023.

A leak in the system is requiring the repair. Water service will be restored as soon as possible.

See the af...

EOC UPDATE: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 – 4:30 PM

Recovery underway

One week has passed since re-entry into the once-evacuated communities in North Shuswap, and the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) will be winding down activities and moving towards the recovery phase of the wildfire event. In this phase,...

Wedding goes off without a hitch despite wildfire worries

Cynthia Bentley feared that nine months of wedding planning had gone up in flames.

The 65-year-old Century 21 Lakeside realtor was evacuated when the Bush Creek East Wildfire raged through Celista on Aug. 18. 

Believing she, her husband-to-be and g...

Boil Water Notice rescinded for Cottonwoods Water System

Update: September 13, 2023 

The Boil Water Notice issued for the Cottonwoods Water System in response to concerns regarding wildfire impacts on the disinfection systems has been rescinded effective immediately.

Water samples from the syste...

Resiliency Centre open in Salmon Arm

A Resiliency Centre for those affected by the Bush Creek East Wildfire is open in Salmon Arm at the Fairfield Inn & Suites, at 790-16 Street NE. 

Hours of operation are 9 AM to 4 PM, seven days per week. 

The phone number for the Resil...

Boil Water Notice lifted for Sorrento, MacArthur Reedman Water Systems

Update: September 9, 2023

The Boil Water Notices issued for the Sorrento and MacArthur Reedman Water Systems in response to concerns regarding wildfire impacts on the disinfection systems have been rescinded effective immediately.

Water samples from the sys...

EOC Update - September 8, 2023

EOC UPDATE: Thursday, September 7, 2023 – 5:30 PM

Update on Fire Behaviour

We may have a temporary drop in the humidity today, the fuels will continue to dry and the warmer, drier air passing over us will encourage more smoke to make itself known over the next few days and into the weekend. There is poten...

Evacuation Alert rescinded to All Clear for Anglemont

The Evacuation Alert, issued by the Columba Shuswap Regional District through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to a wildfire burning in Electoral Area F of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District on August 26, 2023, 1700 hours for all properties in the un...

Service changes in the North Shuswap

With the Evacuation Order being lifted, some of the services will be reverting to more normal operations. 

Mail

Canada Post will be resuming postal delivery services to post boxes in the North Shuswap wherever possible. If postal boxes have been da...

Evacuation Order downgraded to Alert for Lower East Adams Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Park

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 18, 2023, for Lower East Adams Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Park, this includes the communities of Dorian Bay, Woolford Point, and E...

Evacuation Order downgraded to Alert for Scotch Creek, Lee Creek

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 18, 2023, for all properties in the unincorporated areas known as Scotch Creek and Lee Creek, has been downgraded to an Evacuation Al...

Evacuation Order downgraded to Alert for Celista, Magna Bay

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 18, 2023, for all properties in the unincorporated areas known as Celista and Magna Bay, has been downgraded to an Evacuation Alert.&...

Evacuation Order for severely impacted properties on Holding Road

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, this EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. This Evacuation Order has been issued for prope...

Evacuation Order for severely impacted properties in Scotch Creek and Lee Creek

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, this EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. This Evacuation Order has been issued for prope...

Evacuation Order for severely impacted properties in Celista and Magna Bay

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, this EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. This Evacuation Order has been issued for prope...

Re-entry | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633)

After weeks of evacuation orders, alerts, and updates, we are now aiming towards a re-entry.

It’s very important you do not show up early or you will create congestion for yourself and others. We are phasing re-entry for this reason, as we still ...

Scotch Creek Transfer Station

The Scotch Creek Transfer Station will be re-opening on Thursday, September 7 from 8 AM to 2 PM, seven days per week.

This is also the location to take all residential household garbage, metal and yard waste.

Do NOT bring any smoldering debris or hot ash to...

Updated Structure Loss Summary For North Shuswap Area

September 5 2023

  UPDATED STRUCTURE LOSS SUMMARY FOR NORTH SHUSWAP AREA

 The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has updated the structure loss summary. As of September 4 at 2 PM there are approximately:

• 176 total structure losses, u...

Re-entry Video Update for September 5, 2023 Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633)

The Shuswap Emergency Program provides and update on re-entry. 

Tracy Hughes, CSRD Public Information Officer

Derek Sutherland, Director CSRD Emergency Operations

Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Information Line

250-833-3350 from 8 AM to 5 PM or em...

Holding Road Access

Those residents in the Lower East Adams Lake area are scheduled to begin returning after 7 PM on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Those residents wishing to return at that time need to be aware that road access will only be available between 7 PM and 7 AM da...

EOC UPDATE: Monday, September 4, 2023 – 7 PM

UPDATE: Monday, September 4, 2023 

Preparing for Re-entry

As we move towards re-entry, we must remember the fire zone is extremely dangerous. The wildfire has left significant damage and dangerous conditions behind. This includes ash pits, which ar...

Wildfire Video Update for September 4, 2023 Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633)

Tim Conrad, CSRD Public Information Officer

John MacLean, CAO and Director CSRD Emergency Operations Centre

We are asking anyone who believes they may have experienced structure loss to contact us immediately, if they have not already. We will only have you...

Structure loss access deadline

If you have experienced structure loss, you should have received an email providing you with information about an opportunity to drive and visit your property to view the damage privately.

It is critical you reply to this email to register before 4 PM, TOD...

EOC UPDATE: Saturday, September 3, 2023 – 5 PM

UPDATE: Sunday, September 3, 2023 – 5 PM

Do you have structure loss?

Details on the plans to provide access to residents who have experienced property loss or damage will be sent to those residents by email. An immediate response from these residents is req...

Wildfire Information Briefing | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633) | September 3, 2023 at 2 PM

September 3, 2023, at 2 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District, BC Hydro and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Panelist:

Tra...

EOC UPDATE: Saturday, September 2, 2023 – 7 PM

UPDATE: Saturday, September 2, 2023 - 7 PM

Changes to Evacuation Orders and Alerts

• The Evacuation Order for 14 properties in the Unincorporated area known as Sorrento has been downgraded to an Evacuation ALERT. A...

Evacuation Alerts Rescinded to All Clear for parts of Electoral Area C & G

The Evacuation Alerts, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 19, 2023, and August 25, 2023, for parts of the Unincorporated Areas known as Sorrento, Notch Hill, West Blind Bay, Skimikin and Tap...

The Salvation Army in Salmon Arm is inviting residents to offer their words of thanks

‘Thank you for all the decisions you must make, the risks you take with your very lives, for all your hard, hard work, sweat and tears! Thank you!’

This is just one of the many appreciations that firefighters and others responding to wildfires on behalf of...

Evacuation Order downgraded to Alert for 14 properties in Sorrento

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 30, 2023, at 10:15 Hours for 14 properties in the Unincorporated area known as Sorrento has been downgraded to an Evacuation...

Second Harvest in Salmon Arm is doing its part to keep evacuees in the Shuswap well-fed

Last week, bread was becoming an issue with Highway 1 closed and no shipments coming through. Manager Vahlleri Semeniuk then had a timely call from COBS Bread in Vernon. Owners Heather and Sean Hilton were looking to donate bread. They’re dedicated to hel...

EOC UPDATE: Friday, September 1, 2023 – 6:30 PM

UPDATE: Friday, September 1, 2023 – 6:30 PM

Barge access and Whitehead Boat Launch

Whitehead Boat Launch on Whitehead Road is closed from 8 AM to 5 PM to accommodate the barge transfer of supplies to Anglemont and St. Ives. 

 Please remembe...

Wildfire Information Briefing | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633) | September 1, 2023 at 12 PM

September 1, 2023, at 12 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Panelists: D...

Supply delivery an emotional journey for drivers

Learning that someone likened them to Santa Claus, Wayne and Chris Morrison laugh and say it’s because they bring all the presents.

The dynamic father and son duo have taken on the job of collecting and delivering supplies to firefighters and residents in ...

EOC UPDATE: Thursday, August 31, 2023 – 7 PM

Fire Conditions A weather rollercoaster is expected over the long weekend with warm days and drying conditions followed by cooler weather and potential for rain early next week. All good for the firefighters battling the ongoing Bush Creek East w...

Online Community Meeting - Friday, September 1, 2023 at 12 PM

ONLINE COMMUNITY MEETING  

For residents affected by the Bush Creek East wildfire 

 Friday, September 1, 2023, 12 PM 

Watch the meeting live on the CSRD YouTube channel 

Sign in to ask ...

Wildfire Information Briefing | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633) | August 31, 2023, 1 PM

August 31, 2023, at 1 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Tim Conrad, Information ...

Business community backs fire effort

Many businesses in Salmon Arm and the Shuswap are doing what they do best in times of need.  Helping out community members.  With supplies being transported to Anglemont and St. Ives by the Columbia Shuswap Regional Dis...

Property Information | Columbia Shuswap Regional District

Significant damage to properties has occurred in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. This online search tool below allows residents to see the status of their properties. 

Further verification and individualized follow up will occur as we move...

Shuswap Children's Association provides link to families

Have you been evacuated and need diapers for your child? Do you have donations for families with young children?  The Shuswap Children’s Association (SCA) in Salmon Arm is focusing on everything infant and toddler, helping anyone with sm...

Fueling the firefighters

Todd and Kelly van Ruyskensvelde feed firefighters at the Celista Firehall. Feeding up to 150 firefighters and support staff each day, three times a day has been hard work, but rewarding work. Todd said he’s got the easy job, it’s the ...

UPDATE: Shuswap Emergency Program: Tuesday, August 30, 2023 – 5 PM

UPDATE: Wednesday, August 30, 2023 – 5 PM

Fire Conditions Sorrento residents may have noticed the wildfire was active to the west of the tracks overnight. CSRD and BC Wildfire fought much of the night and there was no structure loss than...

Wildfire Information Briefing | Bush Creek East wildfire (K21633) | August 30, 2023, 2 PM

August 30, 2023, at 2 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Tim Conrad, Information ...

Evacuation Order issued for 14 addresses in Sorrento

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Sorrento in the Columbia Shuswap R...

Update: Sorrento fire overnight

Sorrento residents may have noticed the wildfire was active to the west of the tracks overnight. We are happy to report that CSRD and BC Wildfire fought much of the night and there was no structure loss.

A small evacuation order will be added shortly, howe...

Shuswap Emergency Program UPDATE: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 – 5 p.m.

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 28, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Highway 1 Reopening Hwy 1 has reopened but no side roads will be accessible and no stopping will be permitted in this wildfire area. Please monitor https://drivebc.ca/ for latest updates.

Evacuation ORDER + ALERT UpdateYesterday the Colum...

Food waste removal after wildfire – CSRD waste bins

The CSRD is here to support you through this incredibly difficult time. Spoiled and old food can go from being smelly to a health risk in days, and properly cleaning up the food waste on your property should be one of the first things you do.We ask all CS...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 28, 2023 at 5 PM

UPDATE: Monday, August 28, 2023 – 5 PM

Fire ConditionsThe warming and dry trend will continue with wind adding to the mix over the next two days with the potential for light showers. Fire behaviour is expected to increase tomorrow. Smoke columns and flames...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Highway 1 Reopening Hwy 1 has reopened but no side roads will be accessible and no stopping will be permitted in this wildfire area. Please monitor https://drivebc.ca/ for latest updates.

Evacuation ORDER + ALERT UpdateYesterday the Colum...

Evacuation Alert for Anglemont BC Electoral Area F

Evacuation Order for Skimikin Area has been downgraded to an Evacuation Alert

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 19, 2023, at 13:00 Hours for all properties in the unincorporated area known as Skimikin has been downgraded to Alert. The Evacuation Alert remains in effect.

An Evacuation Order ...

Barge Transportation Submission Form

Due to recommendations from the BC Wildfire Service and the RCMP, road access to Anglemont and St. Ives has been deemed unsafe at this time. The CSRD has been shipping essential supplies to these areas daily, by barge. Transportation for residents to and ...

August 26, 2023, 2 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

August 24, 2023, at 2:00 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Tracy Hughes, CSRD Pu...

Loss of homes doesn't deter Scotch Creek firefighters from their job

“We’re not heroes by far. We’re just doing what we have to do.”

These are Darren Reynolds’ words, a 62-year-old firefighter with the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Volunteer Fire Department. 

On Friday, Aug...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 26, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Structure Losses Significant property damage has occurred in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD). Canada Task Force 1 conducted assessment of structural damages, wherever possible, to provide an initial understanding of the condition of...

Evacuation Order for Sorrento and Little River Area has been downgraded to an Evacuation Alert

The Evacuation Order, pursuant to the Emergency Program Act issued on August 19, 2023, at 13:00 hours and August 18, at 2023 at 19:30 hours for all properties from in the Unincorporated area

known as Sorrento has been DOWNGRADED TO ALERT - residents may ch...

Shuswap Emergency Program Approximate Structure Loss Update - August 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) wishes to inform the community about the progress of wildfire damage assessment within our jurisdiction. 

Canada Task Force 1 has conducted a rapid damage assessment in areas that were deemed safe for ...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Evacuation ORDER An Evacuation Order means there is an immediate threat to life safety and you must leave the area. Remaining within an area on Evacuation Order poses a risk to you and first responders. The RCMP and security teams are co...

Drive BC estimates Trans-Canada Highway reopening Friday, August 25 at 10 AM

From DriveBC:

Okanagan-Shuswap / Highway 1 

Highway 1. There is a wildfire between Shuswap Ave and Blind Bay Rd for 19.0 km (Chase to 17 km west of Tappen). The road is closed. Detour in effect. Alternate routes available via Highways 97 and 97A or...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 24, 2023 at 6:30 PM

Evacuation Status Dashboard Please visit the Shuswap Emergency Program website to view the interactive map to find out if your property is on Evacuation Alert or Order.

BC Wildfire  For the latest updates on the Bush Creek East w...

August 24, 2023, 2 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

August 24, 2023, at 2:00 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Tracy Hughes, CSRD Pu...

Emergency Support Services Volunteer helping evacuees

Evelyn, an 80-year-old Emergency Support Service (ESS) volunteers shares why it is important for her to help.

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 24, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Evacuation ORDER An Evacuation Order means there is an immediate threat to life safety and you must leave the area. Remaining within an area on Evacuation Order poses a risk to you and first responders. The RCMP and security teams are co...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 23, 2023 at 6:30 PM

Evacuation ORDER An Evacuation Order means there is an immediate threat to life safety and you must leave the area. Remaining within an area on Evacuation Order poses a risk to you and first responders. The RCMP and security teams are co...

August 23, 2023, at 2:00 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

August 23, 2023, at 2:00 PM - Information Briefing - Bush Creek East Wildfire K2163

The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A. 

Tracy Hughes, CSRD Pu...

Information Briefing: Today, August 23, at 2:00 PM

Please join the Shuswap Emergency Program and BC Wildfire Services Staff for an information briefing on Zoom today at 2:00 PM. The public can watch and listen to the briefing on our YouTube channel. There will also be a Q&A with members of the media.

W...

August 23, 2023 | A message from Sean Coubrough, Deputy Regional Fire Chief

August 23, 2023 | A message from Sean Coubrough, Deputy Regional Fire Chief

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 22, 2023 at 8 PM

 Evacuation ORDER An Evacuation Order means you are at risk. Leave the area immediately. Remaining in an area on Evacuation Order places you and firefighters at risk. RCMP and security continue to conduct patrols. 

Evacuation Sta...

Sorrento Bulk Water Station Update

The Emergency Operations Centre is now working with those who have livestock and agricultural farms in the Evacuation Order and Alert areas who utilize the Sorrento Bulk Water Station.

Farmers should contact 250-833-3399 to arrange delivery, starting tomor...

UPDATE – August 22, 2023 at 6:00 PM

• Informational Wildfire Briefing Video with BC Wildfire Services and Columbia Shuswap Regional District: https://youtu.be/XBICKB2Pdlw 
  • There will be another Wildfire Briefing live video tomorrow at 1400, follow CSRD's social media...

Information Briefing for the Bush Creek East wildfire K21633 | August 22, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at 2:00 PM - Information Briefing for the Bush Creek East wildfire K21633 The Shuswap Emergency Program, Columbia Shuswap Regional District and BC Wildfire Service provide an information briefing with media Q&A.  

Tra...

Information Briefing: August 22 at 2:00 PM

Caution: Misinformation

The CSRD has been made aware that there are emails and social media post circulating that are saying you do not need a permit to go into the Evacuation Order Area. This information is being presented as though is comes from the CSRD.

This information is co...

Video: BCWS and CSRD provide update August 22, 2023

EOC Director Derek Sutherland and Claire Allen from the BC Wildfire service provide this review of the fire situation.

Public and First Responder Safety Message from the CSRD, TNRD, BC Wildfire Service, and BC RCMP

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) understands that many residents want to remain in the Evacuation Order area to protect their properties. We must stress that this decision puts both you and our tireless responders at high risk and directly co...

Bush Creek East Update August 21, 2023 at 10:00 AM

The Lower East Adams Lake (previously K21620) and the Bush Creek East (K21633) wildfires merged and will be referred to as the Bush Creek East (K21633) fire going forward. 

Weather Conditions and Fire Behavior Our current battle with thes...

Good news story: Ross Creek Country Store

The Shuswap Emergency Program wants to extend a big thank you to everyone involved today in getting fuel and supplies to The Ross Creek Country Store.

Working together the RCMP, BC Wildfire Services, The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and th...

UPDATE – August 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM

• Last night The Lower East Adams Lake (previously K21620) and the Bush Creek East (K21633) wildfires merged and will be referred to as the Bush Creek East (K21633) fire going forward.
• Emergency Support Services: If you are under an Evacuation Order and you ...

Bush Creek East Update August 20, 2023 at 4:30 PM

The Shuswap Emergency Program is working hard to provide accurate and real time information.

At this time all Evacuation Alert and Orders remain in place.

North of Shuswap Lake:

Currently crews and equipment are assessing for viable line construction opportu...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 20, 2023

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District would like to give a massive thank you to the fire fighters and volunteers working tirelessly throughout this difficult time. 

Update from the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, Aug 20 2023 at 10:00am:

• Last n...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 19, 2023

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District would like to give a massive thank you to the fire fighters and volunteers working tirelessly throughout this difficult time. 

End of day update from the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, Aug 19 2023:

• Columb...

Evacuation Order/Alert For Sorrento/Skimikin Area

Evacuation Alert For Sorrento BC Electoral Area G

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 18, 2023

Public Service Announcement 

Columbia Shuswap Regional District 

August 18th 2023 

Today marks an unprecedented and profoundly challenging day for the Shuswap region. 

We find ourselves in an unparalleled crisis as the Shus...

Evacuation ORDER Expansion for Magna Bay Area

Evacuation ORDER Issued for Little River Road Area

Evacuation ORDER Issued for Celista area up to Evans Road

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• If you need assistance with transportation from the area, call 250-833-3350.
• Leave the area immediately. Evacuees must take the Trans Canada Highway to Kamloops.
• Evacuees from North Shuswap Electoral Area F should register with t...

Evacuation Order issued for Lee Creek and Scotch Creek

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. 

A wildfire burning near Lower East Adam...

Evacuation Alert expanded for Celista area and Scotch-Lamberton FSR area in Electoral Area F

An Evacuation ALERT has been expanded by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District for these areas: 

All properties within the unincorporated area of Celista from 4651 Squilax-Anglemont Road east to Onyx Creek and 2933 Scotch-Lamberton FSR to the Nor...

Evacuation ORDER issued for Dorian Bay, Woolford Point, Enns Reach

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. 

A wildfire burning near Lower East Adam...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 18, 2023

UPDATE: August 18, 2023 - 11:30 AM

Yesterday, the Shuswap Emergency Program prepared for the chance the Evacuation Alerts currently in place for Lee Creek and Scotch Creek would be upgraded to Evacuation Orders. BC Wildfire did a planned ignition of about ...

Evacuation Alert expanded for Meadow Creek, Line Road

An Evacuation Alert has been expanded by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. 

A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake and east of the Adams River in the Colum...

Evacuation Order issued for Meadow Creek Road, Alert for Scotch Creek

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. 

A wildfire burning near Lower East Adam...

BCWS planned ignition moved ahead

Shuswap Emergency Program UPDATE – August 17, 2023 at 8:30 PM

The BC Wildfire planned aerial ignition of approximately 2,600 hectares went ahead this afternoon and evening along the powerline in the North Shuswap. 

• Fire in the ignition ar...

Are you in the North Shuswap but not in the Alert area?

What do I need to know if I am located east of the Evacuation Alert area in communities like Celista, Magna Bay, Anglemont, St. Ives and Seymour Arm?

 At this time, there is no expectation that the Evacuation Alert area will grow beyond the curren...

VIDEO: BC Wildfire provides a Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire update

BCWS Info Officer Forrest Tower discusses plans for fighting the fire with the impending wind change.

Forecasted winds expected to increase fire behaviour

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – 1 PM – Environment Canada and the BC Wildfire Service indicate that the severe wind event forecasted for the North Shuswap area is predicted to begin this afternoon and continue overnight. Wind, combined with the hot, dr...

Want to offer a place to stay?

Want to offer a place to stay in case of an Evacuation?

If you have a place in the Shuswap to stay, please fill out this ACCOMMODATION FORM and let us know what you can offer any evacuees. 

Special thanks to the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce fo...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 17, 2023

 UPDATE: August 17, 2023 - 10:30 AM

The Shuswap Emergency Program is preparing for the chance the Evacuation Alerts currently in place for Lee Creek and Scotch Creek will be upgraded to Evacuation Orders. That has NOT happened yet, but the wind si...

Evacuation Alert extended into Scotch Creek

An Evacuation ALERT has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre on August 16, 2023. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake and east of t...

Evacuation Alert issued for Lee Creek in Electoral Area F

An Evacuation ALERT has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake and east of the Adams River in the Columbi...

SEP stages structure protection units in the North Shuswap

UPDATE: August 15, 2023 at 5 PM

As fire behaviour continues to become more active, the Shuswap Emergency Program has moved one of its Structure Protection Units to be staged at the Gateway Lakeview Resort entrance and another is staged at the Scotch Creek ...

Video: BC Wildfire shares update on Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire

BC Wildfire Service Information Officer Forrest Tower shares this update on the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire at 1 PM on August 15, 2023. 

For additional information and updates, please see the BC Wildfire Dashboard and the CSRD and Shuswap Emerg...

Smoky conditions increasing in the Shuswap

August 15, 2023 - 10:30 AM

Residents near the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire and throughout the Shuswap will see increased smoke settling into the area for the next few days. A smoke plume from the fire may also become more visible, especially in the after...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 14, 2023

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – August 14, 2023 at 1 PM

BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) crews are continuing to work on building fire guards to assist with the protection of the community of Lee Creek along the southeast section of the fire. Higher temperatu...

Evacuees return home under Alert status

Shuswap Emergency Program update August 13, 2023 at 10:30 AM

The Shuswap Emergency Program was pleased to welcome back many evacuees at the Adams Lake Ferry Terminal yesterday. Residents remain on Evacuation Alert status and may need to leave again on shor...

Evacuation Orders downgraded to Alert status

The Evacuation Order issued on August 2, 2023 at 2030 Hours for all properties from 2597 to 2900 Rawson Road in Electoral Area F has been downgraded on August 12, 2023, at 12 PM.

The Evacuation Alert remains in effect for all areas previously under Evacuat...

Fire at Beach Bay declared out, Angle Mountain being held

Update: August 11, 2023 3:45 PM

BC Wildfire Service is calling the fire at Beach Bay as out. It has been removed from the BC Wildfire dashboard. 

The fire at Angle Mountain, across from the Narrows is still listed as Being Held. 

Original P...

Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire remains stable, guard construction continues

Update – Shuswap Emergency Program –August 11, 2023 – 12:45 PM

The Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire has remained relatively stable over the past 48 hours, although warmer temperatures forecast this weekend may start to increase fire behaviour.

• BC Wildfire cre...

Water Quality Advisory issued for Scotch Creek Fire Hall and Community Hall

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), in conjunction with Interior Health, has issued a Water Quality Advisory for the Scotch Creek Lee Creek Fire Hall and Community Hall effective August 11, 2023.

The hall is located at 3852 Squilax-Anglemont Roa...

Fire crews take advantage of weather before heat returns

Shuswap Emergency Program – August 10, 2023 – 12:30 PM

Rain has dampened fire behaviour on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire, allowing crews to continue working on building fuel-free fire guard. The area received approximately four-to-...

Power restored to Evacuation Order area

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – August 9, 2023 – 4 PM

BC Wildfire Service has updated the size of the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire to 6,505 hectares. Due to the amount of smoke, it has been difficult to accurately map the fire. Ear...

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 9, 2023

The BC Wildfire Service is reporting that conditions on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire have not shifted significantly in the past 48 hours.

All Evacuation Orders and Alerts remain in place. As there continues to be active fires in the area, the status ...

Slow growth on Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire

Shuswap Emergency Program update – August 8, 2023 - 1 PM

The Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire is moving slowly down the east side of the fire, with growth heading into steep terrain. Unsettled weather today with a chance of showers, thunderstorms and erratic...

Boats prohibited from entering Evacuation Order areas

Evacuation Orders are still in place for a wide area affected by the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire. 

That means no one except emergency personnel should be accessing those areas. 

This is critical to ensure the safety of the public and fi...

BCWS reporting stable conditions at Lower East Adams Lake

BC Wildfire is reporting the situation with the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire as stable as of 4 PM on Monday, August 7, 2023.

• Crews have approximately one-third of the planned fire guard line on the southern flank of the fire constructed. The remaining ar...

Reception Centre moves to Prestige Inn for August 8

On Tuesday, August 8, the Salmon Arm Reception Centre for wildfire evacuees will operate at the Prestige Harbourfront Resort at 251 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm. Hours of operation will be  9 AM to 4 PM. 

Evacuees who need renewals o...

Work continues on southern flank fire guard

Shuswap Emergency Program update – August 7, 2023 - 1 PM

Crews continue to work on building a fire guard to assist in protecting North Shuswap communities to the south of the fire, including Lee Creek. This guard is partially built on the south f...

Minimal Growth to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire

UPDATE August 6, 2023 – 3:00 PM - The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is reporting minimal growth to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire.  Due to heavy smoke the visibility has been poor, making it difficult to get an accurate reading of the ...

Be Prepared for a Wildfire Event

UPDATE August 5, 2023 – 5:00 PM 

The Shuswap Emergency Program remains in close contact with the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) regarding the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire. At this time there are no major updates.  

According to BCW...

Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire Update

UPDATE August 5, 2023 – 1:00 PM - The BC Wildfire Service is reporting growth has been minimal. An updated fire perimeter and size have been made to 4,823.3 Hectares. 

Another sunny day on Saturday has brought some stability in the morning and ear...

Video: Shuswap Emergency Program Update

Shuswap Emergency Program staff review their response to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire.

Read on...

BCWS building machine guard on southern flank of wildfire

BC Wildfire crews are building a new machine-built fire guard to assist with protecting North Shuswap communities should the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire continue to grow in that direction.

The guard is being built in the general area of the edge of the ...

VIDEO: Firefighting response to Lower East Adams Lake on Wednesday, August 2

BC Wildfire shared images from the fight against the fire on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire overnight on Wednesday, August 2. 

Video Now Available- Zoom Public Information Briefing

The Shuswap Emergency Program hosted a virtual session to update the public on the current situation with the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire.

The meeting recording will be posted to the CSRD website and the Shuswap Emergency webpage. Due to a technical gli...

BCWS reports no structures lost overnight

UPDATE August 3, 2023 – 2 PM - The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is reporting no structures were lost as fire behaviour dramatically increased last night, August 2. Fire crews and structure protection personnel were able to hold the fire primarily ...

Evacuation Alert issued for Northern Reach of Tsutswecw Provincial Park

 August 2, 2023 - 20:30 Hours

An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake in the Thomp...

Evacuation underway, BCWS crews working on the ground

Shuswap Emergency Program update – August 2, 2023 – 9:45 PM

Residents continue to evacuate from the communities affected by the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire, including Dorian Bay, Woolford Point and Enns Reach.

The CSRD has issued upda...

Evacuation Order expanded

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake in...

Evacuation Order and Alert issued for Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire

Pursuant to the Emergency Program Act, an EVACUATION ORDER has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake in...

Wildfire smoke increases, BCWS says no threat to structures

BCWS projections show no imminent concern for structures

BC Wildfire Fire Behaviour Specialists have created extended three- and 10-day fire growth projections for the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire that show minimal growth along the southern flank of the fire, which is the area of concern for the community of ...

Evacuation Alert partially rescinded for Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire

The EVACUATION ALERT issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire burning in the Thompson Nicola Regional District near the boundary of Electoral Area F of the Co...

Structure Protection being moved out of Lower East Adams Lake

In light of the fire situation in Osoyoos and fire growth on the Ross Moore Lake wildfire near Kamloops, the BC Wildfire Service has decided Structure Protection Units in the communities affected by the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire will be redeployed st...

Shuswap Emergency Program update July 30, 2023

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 30, 2023 - 11 AM

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is reporting that increased fire activity on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire yesterday, July 29, did not result in significant movement of the fire toward ...

Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire holding steady

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 29, 2023 – 12:30 PM

The size of the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire has been downgraded to 1,821 hectares from the previous 2,000-hectare estimate. This is a result of more accurate fire mapping. 

The fire alo...

Harbour Road Boat launch closing July 30

Due to the low water levels, the Harbour Road Boat Launch, located at 1955 Eagle Bay Road, will be closed for the season at the end of the day on Sunday, July 30. The parking area, dock and launch will remain open for canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and othe...

Structure Protection Units being set up as a precaution

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 28, 2023 – 12:30 PM

A mass water delivery system was moved into the communities affected by the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire today, and that system will be set up and tested. This is in addition to the Structure Pr...

Shuswap Emergency Program update, July 27

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 27, 2023 –  3:30 PM

Reduced fire behaviour is supporting firefighting efforts on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire today. Due to the improved weather conditions, the BC Wildfire Service ...

Smoke reported at Bolean Lake Road wildfire site

Smoke at the site of the July 17 Bolean Lake Road wildfire near Spanish Lake was reported to BC Wildfire Service this morning and fire crews have been dispatched to investigate. BC Wildfire reports this is likely a small flare-u...

Cooler weather limiting fire growth

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 27, 2023 – 11 AM

Cooler weather has helped to reduce fire behaviour on the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire, with BC Wildfire (BCWS) continuing to report an estimated fire size at 2,000 hectares.&am...

Shuswap Emergency Program update July 26, 2023

SEP Update, July 26, 2023 – 4 PM

The Shuswap Emergency Program, the BC Wildfire Service, RCMP, Adams Lake Indian Band and representatives from the Adams Lake Ferry conducted a community meeting today for the affected residents under Evacuation Alert due to...

Bristow Road Boat Launch closed

Due to low water, the Bristow Road Boat Launch is now closed for powered boats until further notice.

The parking lot and the dock and ramp remain open to hand launch smaller boats or paddleboards. 

The Magna Bay Boat Launch remains open for larger ...

Shuswap Emergency Program wildfire update

Shuswap Emergency Program Update July 25, 2023 – 3:30 PM

Additional wildfire fighting resources are headed to the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire with the addition of a BC Wildfire Incident Management Team to provide support to the three fires bur...

Eagle Bay wildfire classified as being held

Update: July 25, 2023 at 11:45 AM

A fire in the Eagle Bay area has been attacked by BC Wildfire Crews this morning. It is now classified by BCWS as being held. This means it has become a wildfire that is not likely to spread beyond predetermined boundaries...

Additional resources assigned to Lower East Adams Lake wildfire

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 24, 2023 - 3 PM

Additional BC Wildfire Service resources are being directed to the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire to assist with protecting the properties currently under an Evacuation Alert. 

These resources...

Structure Protection Unit staged in Lower East Adams Lake area

The Shuswap Emergency Program has moved a Structure Protection Unit (SPU) into the Evacuation Alert area of the Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire. The SPU is staged in the community to be used by firefighting personnel as needed.

The fire continues to grow wi...

Cedar Heights Water System users can resume regular water use

Update: Monday, July 24, 2024 12:00 PM

After consultation with Interior Health, the risk of contamination to the Cedar Heights Water System is extremely low. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District Utilities Department has now re-opened the lake intake for ...

Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire grows to more than 1,700 hectares

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 23, 2023 at 2 PM

The Lower East Adams Lake wildfire saw significant growth overnight and into today, with the size now estimated at 1,786 hectares. At approximately the same time yesterday, the fire size wa...

BC Hydro encourages Golden, Electoral Area A residents to prepare for power outages

BC Hydro is encouraging residents of the East Kootenay, including Golden and Electoral Area A, to prepare for possible outages due to the potential risk to the East Kootenay Transmission Line posed by the St. Mary's wildfire in Cranbrook.&nbs...

Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire continues to grow away from communities

Shuswap Emergency Program Update – July 22, 2023 at 3 PM

The Lower East Adams Lake Wildfire continues to grow primarily towards the north flank of the fire, which is away from the populated areas currently under Evacuation Alert. 

The Shuswap Emerg...

Evacuation Alert in place, fire growing away from communities

Update July 21, 2023 at 2:20 PM

The Shuswap Emergency Program remains in close contact with the BC Wildfire Service regarding the Lower East Adams Lake wildfire burning near the communities of Enns Reach, Woolford Point and Dorian Bay. 

• The Evacuat...

Revisions in the works for Indoor Aquatic Centre project.

Plans for the Golden & Electoral Area A Indoor Aquatic Centre are being scaled back to meet the original estimated $35 million budget parameters after the most recent cost estimates on the project design came back significantly over budget. 

T...

Evacuation Alert issued for Lower East Adams Lake area

An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. A wildfire burning near Lower East Adams Lake in the Thompson Nicola Regional District ...

Crews on site at Annis Forest Service Road fire

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has alerted the Shuswap Emergency Program to a new fire start at the Annis Forest Service Road across Mara Lake from Swansea Point. The fire is spot-sized, mapped at 0.3 hectares.

•    Two BCWS Init...

Markwart Road Boat Launch, dock re-opens

July 20, 2023 - Update - Both the launch and the dock are now back in full operation.

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July 19, 2023 - Update: The Markwart Road Boat Launch is open for use, but the dock is still under repair.  The dock is scheduled to be fixed by July...

Referendum on Shuswap Watershed Council service set for August

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is holding an assent vote (referendum) for all eligible voters in the Electoral Areas C, D, E, F, and G and the District of Sicamous to determine whether to continue funding the services of the Shuswap Watersh...

BCWS, CSRD firefighters working on new fires in the North Shuswap

Update 2023-07-18 at 6:30 PM

The Shuswap Emergency Program is monitoring two fires in the North Shuswap that were reported to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) late this afternoon. 

The first fire reported is at Anglemont near Evelyn Falls. BC Wildfir...

Shuswap Emergency Program update July 18, 2023

Yesterday’s storm caused several lightning-caused spot-sized fires in Electoral Area E including Crazy Creek, North Fork Forest Service Road, West Anstey Arm, Yard Creek, Yard Creek South and Owlhead Forest Service Roads 1 & 2. 

The ...

Small wildfire burning in Electoral Area D

Monday, July 17, 2023 - 7:30 PM

A new fire is currently burning at Bolean Lake Road in Electoral Area D of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. 

BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has been in communication with the Shuswap Emergency Program and fire sup...

Shuswap Emergency Program update

The Shuswap Emergency Program has been receiving inquiries about the Bush Creek East fire located approximately 23-kilometres northwest of Chase and west of Adams Lake. It is highly visible from many areas in the Shuswap. 

• This fire is burning in ...

Revelstoke Landfill's Septic Waste Disposal to shut down in 2025

Following a decision from the Ministry of Environment to discontinue authorization for septic disposal at the Revelstoke Landfill, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will no longer be offering the service effective January 1, 2025.

The Ministry ...

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off events coming to Sorrento, Sicamous

Get ready for an opportunity to clear out old cleaners, chemicals, and unused paint from the garage or under your sink. 

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is pleased to be hosting two free Household Hazardous Waste Round-Up events in S...

Shuswap Emergency Program update

 Wildfire status update from the Shuswap Emergency Program for July 12, 2023.

•    The Snuffbox Creek Fire, north of Celista, has not grown from yesterday and has been more accurately mapped at 7.4 hectares from initial ...

Saratoga Water System users asked to conserve on July 12

A planned BC Hydro outage will affect the ability to refill the Saratoga Water System's reservoir between 9:30 AM and 4 PM on July 12. 

The CSRD will fill the reservoir before the power outage, so residents should not be without water.&am...

CSRD Mosquito Control Program limited by treatment area

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is continuing to treat for nuisance mosquitoes in the Scotch Creek and Lee Creek areas to fight the bites endured by residents and visitors during the spring and summer months.  

The CSRD is only permi...

Work starts on the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail's Enderby-Splatsin pilot section

The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail project is taking a significant step forward as construction begins on the Enderby-Splatsin pilot section. This 2-kilometre stretch of trail marks the first "shovels in the ground" phase of the project, brin...

CSRD stops issuing fireworks permits during Provincial fire ban

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will not be issuing any permits for fireworks given the extreme concern over the fire risk and the provincial fire ban currently in place.

This policy will apply to all fireworks permit applications across the ...

Rock scaling underway on rail trail, area remains closed to public

Citizens in the area of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail near Sicamous may be hearing construction noise from machinery and rock scaling, which is using a technique of applying special bags inflated with compressed air to dislodge the rock.

But it's i...

Transport Canada, CSRD coordinate removal of submerged boat

Thanks to a collaboration with Transport Canada, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) and other government agencies, a safety and environmental hazard has been removed from Shuswap Lake.

The Mandalay B is a 100-year-old wooden, diesel-powered boat...

Salmon River wildfire now under control

The BC Wildfire Service is reporting this afternoon that a four-hectare blaze near Highway 97 and Salmon River Road is now under control. 

This means the wildfire should not spread any further due to suppression efforts.

Crews from the Silver Creek...

Salmon River wildfire being held

A wildfire that broke out the in the early morning hours of May 31 near the junction of Salmon River Road and Highway 97 is currently being held to the estimated four-hectare burn site. 

BC Wildfire classifies a fire as being held when it has been...

Property owners invited to provide feedback on septic system rebate program

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is currently updating its Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) and is proposing a new septic system rebate program in four LWMP service areas, Electoral Area C/G, Electoral Area E, Electoral Area F (Scotch Cree...

Flood risk diminishes in the Shuswap

The BC River Forecast Centre has discontinued the High Streamflow Advisory for the Shuswap region and tributaries of the South Thompson River, including the Shuswap River, Salmon River, Adams River and Eagle River. 

Monitoring stations on the Shus...

Shuswap Lake levels not expected to cause widespread flooding

While the Shuswap remains on flood-watch status for potential minor flooding issues due to high river and lake levels, the Shuswap Emergency Program is not anticipating any structures to be threatened this season by widespread flooding of Shuswap Lake.

Wit...

Board endorses referendum on Shuswap Watershed Council

The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board is recommending a referendum be conducted for the continued use of a parcel tax to fund the activities of the Shuswap Watershed Council on a permanent basis.

At the May 18 Board Meeting, Directors voted u...

Returning Home Information

Returning Home Information

Residents of the Bush Creek East Wildfire

This re-entry document contains important and useful information about returning home after the threat of a wildfire. Being prepared and proceeding cautiously will help you stay healthy an...

POSTPONED - Electoral Area F Issues Identification Study & Survey

Due to the wildfires affecting both the North and South Shuswap, this project has been put on hold until a more suitable time. The CSRD will inform residents when this initiative will resume.

CSRD Connect

CSRD Connect is our region's place to share, discuss, and collaborate on creating services and solutions for stronger communities. It is a place you can engage, learn, interact and connect with the CSRD on important issues and opportunities in our region.

Solid Waste Management Plan Update

The CSRD is conducting a full review of its Solid Waste Management Plan, which will guide policies related to managing garbage and recycling into the future.

Board Meeting Recording - September 14, 2023

September 14, 2023 - Morning session

September 14, 2023 - Afternoon Session

This recording will be available until the date of the next regular Board meeting, at which point it will expire.