UPDATE (5 pm, Sept. 5, 2023) :
- A safety concern has been brought forward tonight and is being investigated near the homes previously identified for temporary access earlier today. Until the safety issue is investigated and evaluated, the following homes will NOT be permitted to access the area on Westside Road:
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The Emergency Operation Centre will be allowing temporary access to some Evacuation Order areas so that residents can check in on their homes and retrieve items starting with the Raymer/Sailview Bay.
“We have received numerous calls from residents requesting short term access to properties for a variety of reasons such as picking up equipment and retrieving important documents left behind, especially with school starting today,” said Mac Logan Emergency Operation Centre Director. “We know this is a challenging time for residents and hope that a short stop at home will relieve some of the stress.”
Temporary access schedule
Evacuation Order Areas will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.:
This schedule is subject to change, based on wildfire conditions and RCMP priorities. An update will be issued daily.
Raymer/Sailview Bay
Starting tomorrow residents will have temporary access from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to the following properties:
Checkpoint requirements
Residents will be directed to enter and leave through a designated RCMP checkpoint at Westside Road and Lindley Road. They will be required to:
The RCMP will be patrolling the area and if these guidelines are not followed, access will be revoked. Keep visits to immediately family only and recommend residents be 19 years or older.
Temporary access do’s and don’ts
What is permitted during the temporary access visit:
What is not permitted:
Safety information
Due to hazards and presence of smoke and ash in the area, residents are encouraged to wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, close-toed shoes and face masks before entering.
Fridges and freezers cannot be cleaned or moved to the curb at this stage of re-entry. It is hazardous to open them after a significant power outage. A program is in place for once the Evacuation Orders are lifted and garbage can be collected. Refrain from leaving out any food or other wildlife attractants.
Please note that power and water have not been returned to some areas and that risks because of the wildfire may be present. Residents will enter at their own risk. For more information, see the Returning Home Guide at cordemergency.ca.