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By Aaron Schulze
Evacuation Alert Lifted

Merritt rescinds evacuation alert, July Mountain and Lytton Creek wildfires no longer pose imminent risks

Aug 21, 2021 | 12:46 PM

MERRITT — Residents in Merritt are no longer on evacuation alert.

The city announced Saturday (Aug. 21) afternoon that the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) recommended rescinding the alert following favourable weather conditions and the firefighters’ work. The city says the July Mountain and Lytton Creek fires no longer pose an imminent risk to the safety of Merritt residents.

The City of Merritt Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will continue to monitor the situation. Should conditions change, an evacuation alert or order could be reinstated or issued as the EOC deems necessary.

Merritt residents are encouraged to remain informed and cautious of wildfire activity surrounding the community.

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