In order to prepare your home and property for the possibility of an encroaching forest fire, take some time to evaluate your surroundings with the Home and Site Hazard Checklist (PDF) prepared by the BC Forest Service Protection Program. Protect your home during forest fire season by learning how to take the necessary steps to mitigate the risk of a fire approaching your home.

Emergency notices about forest fires affecting the Nelson area can be found on the Regional District of Central Kootenays website and Wildfire BC.

Additional Information

• Air Quality Information - Published by the Province of BC: View Air Quality Reports.
• Get the latest information delivered to your family's cell phones - Published by Regional District (RDCK): Sign-Up for Emergency Notifications for Our Regional Area.
• Learn About Our Regional Emergency Operations Management Plans and Find Local Contacts for Information.
• Learn How You Can Prepare for, Respond to, and Even Avoid Disasters and Emergencies.
• Read Community Wildfire Protection Plans - Published by Regional District (RDCK).
• Visit the Local RDCK Wildfire Information Page.
• Wildfire Status Information - Published by the Province of BC: View Wildfire BC Reports.