An evacuation order has been lifted for the community of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after more than 2,000 residents were forced out by an encroaching wildfire last week.
A statement on the District of Tumbler Ridge website says an evacuation alert will remain in place indefinitely.Residents were chased out on June 8 as a fast-moving fire approached the community.
Recent rain and a change in the winds has calmed the West Kiskatinaw wildfire, although it remains classified as out of control.Sign up for the CHEK Now daily email newsletter to get breaking news and the day's top stories sent to your email.For returning residents, DriveBC, the provincial government’s online travel information site, says Highway 52-N has reopened between Dawson Creek and Tumbler Ridge, and residents will also be able to use highways 29S and 52E, via the Kelly Lake Road.
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