Update (Saturday, 8:55 p.m.):
Residents of units at 101 – 108 at 448 Tabor Boulevard will be provided accommodations this evening as the City is activating emergency support services.
The City said all other residents will be able to return home once electricity is restored, which crews estimate should be done in about 30 minutes.
Crews remain on site working on the gas leak issue.
The City added the reception centre at Zion Lutheran Church will be closed as of 9:00 P.M., and impacted residents can call 250-614-7838 to arrange accommodation.
If put through to voicemail, you’re asked to leave your name and phone number so staff can return your call as soon as possible.
Update (Saturday, 6:29 p.m.):
The City of Prince George updated its evacuation area for residents of Carrier Place, Carrier Avenue, and Explorer Crescent.
It said those in that are inside the evacuation zone must stay out of the area.
Homes that are no longer included in the evacuation area may return home.
Original (Saturday, 6:08 p.m.):
The City of Prince George confirmed the BC Emergency Alert was sent out for an issue believed to be an underground gas leak.
The area under evacuation includes North of Fifth Avenue to Zion Luthern Church and East of Tabor Boulevard west of Voyager Drive.
The impacted area has also had the power shut off.
The City said those in the impacted area are to evacuate immediately to the Zion Lutheran Christian Church at 180 Tabor Boulevard, and City Emergency Management staff are on site to assist.
Prince George Fire Rescue Crews, plus RCMP and Fortis crews are all on site working to mitigate the issue.
The City said it will provide further updates when available.
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