07/25/2026
NEWS RELEASE: Evacuation Alert Lifted for City of Kimberley (Posted 07.25.26 2:00 PM)
The Evacuation Alert for all properties within the City of Kimberley municipal boundary has been rescinded as the BC Wildfire Service makes progress on the Matthew Creek Wildfire.
“Given the progress crews have made, forecasted fire behaviour and available resources, the BC Wildfire Service has made the recommendation that the Evacuation Alert for the City of Kimberley can be lifted,” says City of Kimberley Fire Chief Will Booth. ”While the Alert has been rescinded, it is important for residents to understand the fire remains active and BC Wildfire Service crews will continue with their fire suppression efforts. We can expect to see resources working in and around the fire and we all need to remain aware as conditions can change.”
The Evacuation Alert for 66 properties in the St. Mary Lake area in relation to the Tower Creek Fires remains in effect.
“There have been no changes in the status of the Evacuation Alert for the St. Mary Lake area and we continue to urge residents to remain vigilant. Have plans in place and a go-bag packed in the event conditions change and an Evacuation Order needs to be issued,” stresses Information Officer Loree Duczek.
A copy of the Matthew Creek Alert Rescind can be found on www.kimberley.ca, while the Evacuation Alert for the Tower Creek Fires in the St. Mary Lake area can be found on www.rdek.bc.ca. The latest information on the fires is available on www.bcwildfire.ca.
Registration links for the Regional Evacuation Notification System, Vulnerable Persons Database and a host of other preparedness information and resources can also be found on the RDEK’s website. “People have been doing a fantastic job in signing up for the Notification System and for anyone who has not done so yet, please get signed up,” says Regional Information Officer, Loree Duczek. Those without computer access, or who would like an additional hand signing up or verifying their pinned locations, can call the Regional Emergency Information Line at 250-426-2188 or 1-855-346-2188.
