UPDATE: Queen of Sidney Ferry Fire
Mission, B.C. – May 3, Saturday at 1 p.m.
The Emergency Operations Centre is lifting the shelter-in-place advisory for residents in the area between Chester Street and 287 Street, south of Lougheed Highway. While smoke has eased significantly, residents are encouraged to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution, as smoke may continue intermittently.
The fire aboard the derelict Queen of Sidney ferry is largely under control but may continue to smoulder for the next couple of days. Mission Fire Rescue Service and the Canadian Coast Guard will continue monitoring the situation closely.
The public is reminded to stay away from the area, including the Fraser River near the vessel. It is unsafe to approach, and all road and area closures must be respected for everyone’s safety.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Mission, BC— The City of Mission has activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in response to a fire aboard the derelict Queen of Sidney ferry, currently moored in the Fraser River about 2 kilometres downstream.
Following a coordination call earlier today, all relevant agencies are actively engaged in managing the situation. These include the Mission Fire Rescue Service (MFRS), the provincial and federal Ministries of Environment, the RCMP, and the Canadian Coast Guard. The Canadian Coast Guard is deploying to the scene to assist with marine and environmental safety operations.
Public Safety Advisory
Residents in the area between Chester Street and 287 Street, south of Lougheed Highway, are advised to continue sheltering in place due to smoke and the potential presence of hazardous airborne materials.
Residents in the affected zone are urged to:
- Stay indoors
- Keep all windows and doors closed
- Turn off ventilation systems that draw air from outside
- Avoid the Fraser River and nearby areas until further notice