The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre (RDOS EOC) has RESCINDED the Evacuation Order issued for Electoral Area “G”. The RESCIND is effective Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 5:00 pm. A geotechnical assessment of the situation was completed this afternoon and determined that the risk of rock fall has returned to previous levels.
Highway 3 has reopened. Watch for traffic control and lane closures between Hedley-Nickleplate Rd and Ashnola Rd for 5.5 km (3 to 9 km west of Keremeos). Reduced to one lane each direction. Reduced speed zone.
For the latest updates on local highways, please visit DriveBC.ca.
Power has been restored to the area.
TELUS services are currently experiencing a disruption impacting landline phones in Keremeos, Electoral Area “G” due to the rockslide, which may affect your ability to reach emergency (911) services. Impacted services include 911 Landline, Internet, Home Phone, and Optik/PIK TV. TELUS mobility services are not affected.
Due to safety reasons, service technicians are standing down, and will continue to work with local authorities to ensure safe access to the site as quickly as possible.
For further information, please visit https://www.telus.com/en/bc/outages
Food Safety
All perishable foods should be disposed of immediately upon your return. Take photos of all food to be thrown out for a possible insurance claim.
Dispose of:
Solid Waste Collection
Questions regarding curbside pickup or other waste disposal can be directed to the RDOS Solid Waste Management Coordinator at 250-490-4129.