Old Fort Landslide

The Peace River Regional District has rescinded/cancelled Evacuation Order #1, replacing the evacuation order with Evacuation Alert #2 covering the area east of, but not including, 7711 Old Fort Road.

• The Evacuation Order cancellation means residents and service providers are permitted to return to the area.
• A new Evacuation Alert #2 along with Evacuation Alert #1 are in place as a precautionary measure due to the temporary nature of the current access road surface. 

See the 2026 Old Fort Frequently Asked Questions document for more information on returning home.

Stay Connected

As road conditions may change, it remains important to stay connected. All residents are encouraged to sign up for the regional district's North East BC Alerts system. This opt-in system is the most reliable way of receiving official emergency notifications via SMS text, email or text-to-voice calls. https://nebcalerts.com/

Current Road Status

As of Thursday, May 21, 2026

Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MOTT) has completed construction activities to create a temporary two-lane road surface. Road access will be available 24/7 under the following conditions:

• May 21: 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., single-lane, pilot vehicle led access
• May 21 7:00 p.m. until Monday (estimated): single-lane alternating access using traffic control lighting or other means as required. Follow all traffic control directions and signage.

It is anticipated that full two-lane access will be restored in the coming days.

Questions or concerns about the road reconstruction efforts? 

• Contact the MOTT during office hours at: 250‑787‑3237.
• Check the MOTT DriveBC Old Fort advisory page at: https://www.drivebc.ca/advisories/old-fort

Emergency Support Services (ESS)

Emergency Support Services (ESS) were renewed for a three day period on Wednesday, May 20. No further renewals are anticipated at this time.

If you have any questions about ESS, please contact the PRRD EOC at 250-219-5210 or emergency-info@prrd.bc.ca.

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.