In response to an Evacuation Alert issued for the Agate Bay area, and to ensure safety of all residents, the TNRD has closed the Agate Bay Boat Launch for recreational use until further notice. Enforcement measures will be in place to ensure recreational watercraft do not access the lake using this boat launch.
Further, all watercraft on Adams Lake must not travel south of Agate Bay and must stay away from BC Wildfire Service aircraft that are conducting wildfire suppression activities. Conservation Officers and RCMP are patrolling on the lake to ensure that there is no access to current Evacuation Order areas.
Please allow plenty of space for aircraft to access Adams Lake. It is against the law to interfere with firefighting efforts, and puts both your safety and the safety of responders in jeopardy.
If issues continue, the TNRD is prepared to work with the Province of BC and neighbouring jurisdictions to utilize emergency powers to close all access to Adams Lake to protect public safety. This is an extraordinary step that we hope is not necessary.
The TNRD appreciates your understanding during this time.
For up to date information on this closure, please visit the Agate Bay Boat Launch webpage, or contact the TNRD Emergency Operations Centre, using the contact information below.
Contact:
TNRD Emergency Operations Centre
Phone: 250 377-7188
Toll Free: 1-866-377-7188
emergency@tnrd.ca