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Gang Ranch is also under an evacuation alert.

Big Creek evacuation ordered. Gang Ranch area north of Lac la Hache on alert

The Hanceville complex fire is of most concern, burning near Williams Lake and 40,000 hectares big

While the fire situation in the Cariboo remains relatively unchanged, residents are urged to be prepared. “The evacuation alert for the City of Williams Lake and surrounding areas remains in place and residents are encouraged to remain prepared,” fire officials stated.

Randy Lorntsen dodged wildfires, covered countless miles and didn’t sleep for two days until he finally fell into bed at his mother’s home in Quesnel, only to wake up the next morning and find his vehicle’s side window broken and his possessions stolen.

Williams Lake, Ashcroft and Princeton told to prepare for the potential of evacuations

Road closures remain north, south, east and west of Williams Lake

During a media tour Friday Cariboo Fire Centre information officer explained how planned burns work.

Central Cariboo Search and Rescue Chief Rick White said his crews have assisted with evacuation orders as the wildfire situation unfolds.

Members rally to help themselves and the broader Chilcotin community