Crowther Road wildfire (V50401) response update
Okeover, BC – The qathet Regional District is advising the public that the Crowther Road fire remains held, with crews continuing to work on site. BC Wildfire Service is assisting with air support, including bucketing operations on inaccessible areas of the slope, and has provided fallers to address hazardous trees.
Residents in the Crowther Road area are advised there may be power outages this afternoon due to danger trees located along the power line.
This remains an active fire site, and the public is asked to avoid the area to ensure clear access for emergency and hydro crews.
The main access road is open to local traffic only to allow residents to reach their properties.
“On behalf of the qathet Regional District, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to all responding fire departments and BC Wildfire Service for their dedication, teamwork, and professionalism,” said Ryan Thoms, General Manager of Emergency Services. “Incidents like this are a powerful reminder of our first responder’s critical role in keeping our communities safe. I would also like to thank the public for their cooperation in avoiding the affected area. Your understanding and support allow our crews to carry out their work safely and effectively.”
For up-to-date status of this wildfire, please visit the BC Wildfire Service Map, located at: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=V50401&source=map. Local media inquiries can be directed to Ryan Thoms, General Manager of Emergency Services.
We will aim to provide a local update on the status of the fire on or before 12:00 p.m., Sunday, May 24, 2026, and will be posted to qathet.ca and our @qathetRD Facebook page. Please note that communications may be delayed due to limited cell service in the area, which may impact the timing of updates. We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding.
About the Northside Volunteer Fire Department:
The Northside Volunteer Fire Department is operated by a small group of dedicated volunteers who give their time to train and respond to fires, emergency medical calls, and other public safety concerns in Electoral Area A which includes Lund and surrounding area. To learn more about the Northside Volunteer Fire Department and qathet Regional District Fire Protection services, please visit qathet.ca/fire-protection-services.
About the qathet Regional District:
The qathet Regional District serves the rural areas from Lund to sḵelhp (Saltery Bay), the City of Powell River, Texada Island, Savary Island, and Lasqueti Island. The qRD provides some services, through contract, to Tla’amin Nation. To learn more please visit qathet.ca.
CONTACT:
Ryan Thoms, General Manager of Emergency Services
#202 – 4675 Marine Avenue
Powell River, BC V8A 2L2
P: 604∙485∙2260 | E: emergency@qathet.ca