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  • Old Fort Landslide Update – May 1, 2026, 8:00pm

    Current Situation

    Evacuation Alert #1, and Evacuation Order #1 issued by the PRRD due to the closure of Old Fort Road by MOTT, remain in place.

    While the total displacement of the road today remains at 104 meters, the slide has not stopped. In their latest update, Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MOTT) noted accumulation of material up-slope which may result in future acceleration of the slide material, and layering of material elsewhere along the slide path.

    Due to continued unsafe conditions, no reconstruction activity is anticipated over the weekend. PRRD and MOTT will only release updates over the weekend if there are material developments.

    PRRD was able to gather some drone images Thursday, May 1 of the landslide area. Safety remains our top priority as we continue to monitor MOTT analysis and decisions on the road closure.

    We ask everyone to stay away from the landslide area as we do not want to have a rescue interrupt progress.  
    By Peace River Regional District - May 02, 2026
  • PRRD Invites Jackfish Residents to Review Building Assessment Results and Options for Community Hall

    The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is engaging Jackfish residents to review the results of a recent building condition assessment and provide input on the future of the Jackfish Community Hall, located at 1515 Old Jackfish Road. A community meeting is open to residents on May 12, 2026 from 6:30-8pm at the Chetwynd Recreation Centre, and an online survey is open now, until May 15, 2026.
    By Peace River Regional District - May 01, 2026
  • Old Fort Landslide Community Update – April 30, 2026, 5pm

    Stay Connected 

    The PRRD Old Fort landslide page provides residents with information from the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, as well as other responding agencies. New information will be posted here as it is available, organized in a way which social media does not allow.  

    Sign up for NE BC Emergency Alerts – Sign up your properties and family to alerts for all emergencies, including wildfires, floods and landslides. You must sign up to receive these alerts. This is a local system and is not the same as the provincial emergency broadcast system.  

    Ministry of Transportation and Transit / Province of BC information: 

    What is happening? 

    On April 18, movement was noticed in the previous landslide site. In the days that followed, a significant portion of the Old Fort Road slid downhill. The slide continues to move and is considered dangerous, and we encourage people to stay away from the area, both west and east, as well as above and below. So far, the slide has moved the road over 100 metres lower on the hill.  

    An evacuation order was issued on April 20 and remains in place. An evacuation alert was issued for an additional area around the slide on April 23 and remains in place. The community of Old Fort is within the order area, and the road to it is inaccessible.  

    The PRRD activated its Emergency Operations Centre and is responding to this event, which is impacting Crown land and a road maintained by the province. We are working with the province and other local governments on the response to this event, focusing on safety and coordinating resources, such as Emergency Support Services (ESS). 

    The Old Fort Road is closed, and security is in place. Please respect those working at the checkpoint, who are there to protect life safety. 
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 30, 2026
  • ESS Update & Information - April 30, 2026

    Emergency Support Services (ESS) are available for evacuated residents of the Old Fort landslide. Only residents who are in the Evacuation Order area are eligible for ESS. Renewals were completed on Wednesday, April 30, 2026. All hotels were able to accommodate those that renewed. For questions, please call 205-219-5210

    BC Services Card App

    ESS is made easier with the BC Services Card app on your smartphone. If you need to validate your BC Services Card app, please visit Service BC in Fort St. John during regular business hours.

    If you have not already completed the validation process on the BC Service card app and want to access e-transfer, please visit the Service BC building (the courthouse building), hours 9am to 4:30pm ,before visiting the reception centre.
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 30, 2026
  • Prescribed Burn Along Highway 29 Corridor in Moberly Lake As Early As May 4, 2026

    The Peace River Regional District is advising that the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) and Moberly Lake Fire Department (MLFD) are conducting a prescribed burn starting as early as May 4, 2026, along the Highway 29 corridor in Moberly Lake, BC.

    The operation will take place any time after 18:00hrs (6pm) MST and is expected to continue throughout the month of May 2026, depending on weather and logistics, or until the burn area is completed. This prescribed burn is for cross-training and to mitigate roadside fuels hazards such as grasses and ladder fuels.

    During this time, smoke may be visible from Saulteau First Nations, Moberly Lake and to travellers along Highway 29. Residents may also observe emergency vehicles, fire personnel and operational activity in the area.

    Please be assured that this operation is planned, controlled and all reasonable measures will be taken to ensure it is carried out safely.
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 29, 2026
  • Old Fort Landslide Evacuation Order and Alert Update - April 28, 2026, 3pm

    ESS Renewal

    Emergency Support Services (ESS) are available for evacuated residents of the Old Fort landslide. Only residents who are in the Evacuation Order area are eligible for ESS.

    You must complete ESS renewals tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29, at the Pomeroy Sport Centre between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

    You MUST show up on Wednesday to renew so you can continue accessing ESS funding and services. You cannot renew before or after this date.

    BC Services Card App

    ESS is made easier with the BC Services Card app on your smartphone. If you need to validate your BC Services Card app, please visit Service BC in Fort St. John during regular business hours.

    If you have not already completed the validation process on the BC Service card app and want to access e-transfer, please visit the Service BC building (the courthouse building), hours 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. before visiting the reception centre.

    General Update

    The evacuation orders and alerts around the slide area remain in place.

    No access to:

    • Old Fort Road (closed at the evacuation order boundary)
    • Community of Old Fort
    • Old Fort Lookout

    Stay away from and off the landslide. Ground movement continues, and the displaced road section has moved over 100m down the slope. Nobody should ever be near an active landslide; they are dangerous and constantly changing.
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 28, 2026
  • Old Fort Landslide Evacuation Order and Alert Update - April 27, 2026, 5:00pm

    The evacuation orders and alerts around the slide area remain in place.

    No access to:

    • Old Fort Road (closed at the evacuation boundary)
    • Community of Old Fort
    • Old Fort Lookout

    Stay away from and off the landslide. Ground movement continues, and the displaced road section has moved over 100m down the slope. Nobody should ever be near an active landslide; they are dangerous and constantly changing.

    ·         PRRD Emergency evacuation map

    Do not park in the area, as vehicles can add to the instability. Please park to the west (Fort St. John side) of the traffic stop.

    ESS renewals will happen on April 29. Those wishing to continue receiving ESS must renew that day. Further instructions to come tomorrow.

    The PRRD Emergency Operations remains active to support the community and the Ministry of Transportation and Transit in responding to this slide.

    Ministry of Transportation and Transit / Province of BC information:
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 27, 2026
  • Old Fort Landslide Evacuation Order and Alert Update - April 24, 2026, 5:00pm
    5:00 PM – April 24, 2026

    An Evacuation Order and Alert remain in effect for the Old Fort area due to an active landslide resulting in a Ministry of Transportation and Transit road closure causing community isolation.

    There is no safe road access to or from the community.
    Current Situation and Safety Warning:

    The landslide remains active and unstable. Conditions can change abruptly. Ground movement in the active part of the landslide was noted to be 9 to 10mm/minute on Friday.

    Vehicles near the landslide are at increased risk due to ongoing ground movement and possible expansion of the affected area. Do not park in this area. Vehicles may be parked to the west (Fort St John side) of the Traffic Control Point.

    No new updates will be published this weekend unless there are any notable changes to the situation. The PRRD Emergency Operations Centre remains activated.
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 24, 2026
  • Regional District Highlights for April 2026

    The latest news and initiatives from the Peace River Regional District for April 2026. 
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 24, 2026
  • Old Fort Landslide Evacuation Order and Alert Update - April 23, 2026, 6:00pm
    6:00 PM – April 23, 2026

    An Evacuation Order remains in effect for the Old Fort area due to an active landslide and ongoing risk to safety resulting from the closure of Old Fort Road by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit.

    An Evacuation Alert is also in effect for areas west and north of the existing Evacuation Order.

    There is no safe road access to or from the community.

    Vehicles near the landslide may be at risk from sudden ground movement. Do not park in this area.
    By Peace River Regional District - Apr 23, 2026

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Peace River Regional District (PRRD)
1981 Alaska Avenue,
Dawson Creek, BC
V1G 4H8

250-784-3200 
prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca

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