A fast-moving grass wildfire near Boston Bar triggered critical evacuation notices in the night on July 22, 2026.

Authorities called for immediate departures as flames spread into adjacent homes and roads.

Emergency crews instructed each residents in the zone to leave promptly.

Road access became impossible after Highway 1 and the Trans-Canada Highway closed due to intensifying flames.

Evacuation zones widened as the Brunswick Complex fire moved further into the valley.