B.C. ends provincial state of emergency as wildfire risks persist

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Warm and dry conditions continue to affect many parts of British Columbia, keeping fire danger levels high and increasing the potential for new wildfire starts and rapid fire growth. The province says it remains prepared to take further action if conditions worsen and could declare another state of emergency if necessary.

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Provincial officials note that the cancellation of the state of emergency does not change existing evacuation orders, evacuation alerts, or states of local emergency issued by municipalities, regional districts, or First Nations. Residents living in areas affected by those measures must continue to follow directions from local authorities.

The Province says it continues to support local governments and First Nations as many wildfire-affected communities transition from emergency response into recovery efforts. Ending the provincial state of emergency will not affect those recovery operations.

The government also emphasized that legislation already in place, including the Wildfire Act and the Emergency and Disaster Management Act, provides the tools needed to coordinate wildfire response efforts and access resources from within British Columbia and from international partners.

Officials are encouraging British Columbians to remain prepared in case conditions change.

Residents are advised to review emergency plans with family members and ensure everyone knows what to do if an evacuation alert or evacuation order is issued. The province is also encouraging people to pre-register for Emergency Support Services through the B.C. Services Card app or online.

Emergency preparedness experts recommend keeping grab-and-go bags ready for all household members, including pets. Kits should include medications, important documents, food, water, clothing, and phone chargers.

People are also urged to stay informed by following updates from local governments, First Nations, EmergencyInfoBC, and other official sources.

While the provincial state of emergency has ended, officials say wildfire season is not over, and residents should remain vigilant as elevated fire risks continue across much of British Columbia.