RCMP continue public safety efforts amid Boston Bar wildfires

July 23, 2026 - Boston Bar, British Columbia
From: Boston Bar RCMP

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The Boston Bar area continues to be affected by active wildfire conditions. Public and officer safety remain the highest priorities as police operations adapt to the evolving situation.

Due to the active wildfire and rapidly changing conditions, the area is not considered safe for members of the public to remain in unless authorized by emergency officials. Residents and visitors are urged to comply with all evacuation orders and alerts issued by local authorities.

RCMP officers remain actively engaged in monitoring the affected area and responding to incidents as operationally feasible and safe to do so. Police resources continue to be deployed in support of public safety, emergency operations, and the protection of evacuated communities. Response decisions will be guided by wildfire conditions and the need to ensure the safety of both the public and emergency responders.

Individuals should avoid travelling into the affected area and leave immediately if directed to do so by emergency officials.

The Boston Bar RCMP will continue working closely with emergency management partners and will adjust operational deployments as conditions permit.

For the latest information on wildfire activity, evacuation orders, and emergency alerts, residents should monitor official emergency management channels.

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We want the public to understand that these conditions are unsafe for everyone. Our priority is protecting life and supporting emergency response efforts. RCMP officers continue to work alongside our partners to help maintain public safety and security while wildfire conditions remain active. It is critical that people follow evacuation instructions and stay away from affected areas.

Superintendent Darren Pankratz, Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment.

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