Area Restriction in effect for the Alces River (G80497) area



PRINCE GEORGE – Effective at 2:00 p.m. PDT on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the Area Restriction Order for the Alces River area is rescinded.

Even if an Area Restriction has been rescinded, officials still have the authority under the Wildfire Act and its regulations to order anyone to leave the area and, if required, may reinstate an Area Restriction if conditions change.

The BC Wildfire Service reminds everyone that caution must be exercised at all times when travelling in or through areas impacted by wildfire. It is imperative that members of the public and those using the area for recreational purposes are aware that significant safety hazards may be present, including:

  • Danger trees (fire-damaged trees that have become unstable and could fall over without warning)
  • Ash pits (which may be hard to detect and can remain hot long after the flames have died down)
  • Unstable soils and terrain
  • Increased potential for landslides or rock falls
  • Damaged trails or irregular trail surfaces
  • Increased water runoff (which could lead to flooding or debris flows)
  • Damaged fencing (which could allow livestock to enter roadways)

In areas that have been severely burned, post-wildfire risks may last for two years or more. However, the increased risk of floods or debris flows in severely burned areas may persist much longer. Learn more about safety and other considerations when entering an area affected by wildfire.

It is also possible that there may be smouldering ground fires and smoke within the perimeter of existing wildfires over the coming weeks. This is common with large wildfires and may continue for some time.

If smoke is rising from well within a fire’s perimeter and the area is surrounded by black, burned material, this is typically not a concern. However, smoke rising from green, unburnt fuel or from outside a fire’s perimeter should be reported immediately.

Report a wildfire

Be safe this summer and always report smoke, wildfire and unattended campfires.

The public is one of our greatest resources when it comes to reporting wildfires. Approximately 40% of wildfires are reported by members of the public. There are a number of ways to report:

  • Call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free
  • Call *5555 from a cell phone
  • Submit directly through the BC Wildfire Service mobile app

Stay informed

Make a plan before you go, and check for:

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Contact:

Fire Information Team
Prince George Fire Centre
BC Wildfire Service
250-561-4629
bcws.pgfcinformationofficer@gov.bc.ca

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