I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who changed their travel plans following the travel restrictions, also to the tourism industry for stepping up to make space available for evacuees and emergency crews. I am thankful the order has now been lifted! news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023E…

📢✅EMERGENCY ORDER LIFTED! Effective Aug. 24, 2023 at midnight, the remaining #travel accommodation restriction on West Kelowna was lifted. Travel safely by checking #KnowBeforeYouGo info including BC Wildfire Service, DriveBC, & Emergency Info BC 👇🏼 news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023E…

📢Adjusted Order: Accommodation & Travel Restrictions! Effective Aug. 23, 2023, the BC Government has lifted #travel restrictions for the purpose of staying in temporary accommodation for most of BC's southern Interior, with the exception of #WestKelowna 👉🏼destinationbc.ca/news/bc-govern…

Looking for information about wildfires in your area? Follow this step-by-step video for assistance locating the most up-to-date information available on the BC Wildfire Map. youtube.com/watch?v=ahMCH1…

#BCWildfires are affecting many regions. If you live in a wildfire-impacted area, be prepared in case you need to evacuate. Have a household emergency plan. Know the difference between an evacuation alert or order. emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca

The Central Okanagan Emergency Operation Centre will be hosting a news conference at 11:00 am to provide an update on active fires in the region. To watch online, visit youtube.com/watch?v=sAPLXM…

📢🚨BC is now under a Provincial State of Emergency. People are being asked to cancel non-essential travel to the Central Interior and Southeast of BC, to support the needs of wildfire crews, first responders and evacuees. Learn more: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

🚨🔥On August 18, 2023, the Government of BC held a BC wildfire update. Learn about key tourism-related takeaways from the press conference, here: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

📽Watch the full press conference, here: youtube.com/watch?v=O_IYnl…

🔥🚨There are currently #wildfires in the Central Okanagan region of BC. The Government of British Columbia is asking people to avoid travel to the Central Okanagan if possible. These next few days are critical for the community of Kelowna. Learn more: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

⚠⚡The Government of BC is preparing for #extremefire conditions due to potential dry lightning & strong winds. Everyone, including visitors & tourism businesses, is urged to be prepared & take precautions. Learn more: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

#emergencypreparedness #bcwildfires

✅ OPEN - #BCHwy4 is now open in the Cameron Lake area following a closure due to high winds.

Single lane alternating traffic is in effect along the Cameron Lake Bluffs. Watch for traffic control and expect delays.

#VanIsle #PortAlberni #Tofino #Ucluelet

Please follow DriveBC for updates on #BCHwy4 #tofino #ucluelet

📱💻Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest #bctourismindustry news, events, learning resources, job opportunities, and more! Follow us today 👉🏽linkedin.com/company/destin… #bctourismcounts

Avalanche conditions are currently very dangerous and unpredictable in many areas of BC. If you’re headed into the backcountry, use extreme caution and follow avalanche forecasts. Be prepared, know the risks, and bring essential equipment. More info: avalanche.ca

Have you followed us on LinkedIn? Join our LinkedIn community for the latest updates about tourism in BC including our marketing, destination development, industry learning, cooperative community-based programs, and visitor servicing efforts. Follow us👇linkedin.com/company/destin…

Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn for the latest #tourismindustry news, events, learning resources, job opportunities, and more! Follow us today 👉🏽linkedin.com/company/destin…

Looking for the latest #tourism industry news and updates? Don't forget to #follow us on LinkedIn 👇ca.linkedin.com/company/destin…

#NorthernBC tourism entrepreneurs and innovators, have you registered for our second and final Northern BC 'Spark' Program Info Session?

The application deadline is now less than 3 weeks away (Dec. 6). Register to learn more-
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EMERGENCY ALERT TEST TODAY
At 1:55pm (PST) today, EMBC will test the #BC emergency alert system. An alert tone & test message will be sent to compatible cell phones, radio & TV. Learn more: emergencyinfobc.ca/alert #BC EmergencyAlert

During severe weather and emergencies, stay up to date with trusted info:
✅Emergency Info BC for response
✅DriveBC for road conditions
✅BC Transportation for road safety
✅BC Hydro for power outages
✅ECCC Weather British Columbia for weather
✅ Your Indigenous or local government for local info.