Set against BC's other rural areas, from BC's public records, updated Nov 10, 2026.
Evacuations: 2 orders to leave since April 2017 (fire). The latest order in July 2026.
Emergency care: the nearest emergency department open around the clock is in Hope, 54 km away in a straight line. The one nearer, in Lytton, has no hours on HealthLink BC's list: call ahead.