FVRD Emergency Operations Centre Stands Down as Communities Move into Recovery
September 4, 2026
News Release
For Immediate Release
The Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) is grateful to share that Evacuation Alerts and Evacuation Orders related to the Brunswick and Ainslie Creek wildfires have been lifted.
With this reduced threat to life and safety, the FVRD Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is standing down. The FVRD’s focus is now shifting from emergency response to supporting recovery efforts in the affected areas.
The FVRD extends sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed throughout this emergency including evacuees, community members, emergency personnel, partner agencies, Indigenous Governing Bodies, volunteers, and local businesses. The patience, care, and cooperation shown during this challenging summer have helped support a safe and coordinated response.
Recovery will take time and will involve ongoing work by many partner agencies. The Ministry of Water, Lands, and Resource Stewardship has begun the Post-Wildfire Natural Hazard Assessment (PWNHA) process and issued a preliminary report for the west side of the Fraser River.
Land-based recovery considerations will be incorporated into the broader recovery management program. This work will rely significantly on provincial partners responsible for Crown land management and restoration, as well as Indigenous Governing Bodies and their interests in traditional and cultural land uses.
The PWNHA preliminary report is separate from the FVRD’s updated hazard assessment for the Fraser Canyon.
Building Knowledge for Future Resilience
Understanding the risks in the places where we live, work, and enjoy recreation is an important part of individual and community resilience. Residents are encouraged to learn more about local hazards and how they may affect their household, property, and travel plans.
The FVRD’s Hazard Report provides information for all eight electoral areas within the regional district. It includes descriptions of geohazards and non-natural hazards, along with the potential consequences associated with each hazard type in each Electoral Area.
Preparedness information and practical resources will continue to be shared through the FVRD Emergency Management Organization Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/FVRD.EMO/.
Community participation is encouraged. By following, sharing, and engaging with FVRD Emergency Management Organization posts, residents can help identify the preparedness information and knowledge-building resources that are most valuable to local families and communities.
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Media contact:
FVRD Communications
604-702-5000