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By Pete McIntyre

White Rock Lake wildfire

Residents of Armstrong care homes being evacuated

Aug 13, 2021 | 9:49 AM

The uncertainty over the White Rock Lake wildfire has led to residents of two Armstrong care homes being moved to other facilities, some as far away as Vancouver.

“In response to an evacuation alert near the Pleasant Valley Manor long-term care home, Interior Health (IH) is proactively evacuating residents from the facility,” said a news release from Interior Health. “Residents are being temporarily relocated to care homes in Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health, where we will work together to ensure safe continuity of care. Interior Health is contacting families directly with details about the relocation.”

IH is also working with Pioneer Square Assisted Living in Armstrong to support the proactive evacuation of four clients with more challenging care needs to Blue Heron Villa in Lake Country. Families of the displaced people are being contacted directly.

“There are an additional 11 residents remaining at the home, who can be easily relocated should the need arise,” IH stated.

Anyone wishing to confirm their loved one’s current location can call 1.877.442.2001.

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IH said it is working closely with municipalities, regional districts, and the BC Wildfire Service to ensure precautions are underway to protect patients, clients and residents.

Those requiring support during this crisis are encouraged to call the BC Crisis Line at 310-6789.

An evacuation alert was issued by the neighbouring community of Spallumcheen on Thursday covering several hundred homes, but no alert is currently in place for the City of Armstrong.