Old Fort Landslide Evacuation: Residents on Edge

Old Fort Landslide Evacuation: Residents on Edge

Author: The Daily News Now! April 24, 2026 Duration: 1:18

Northeastern British Columbia residents face another landslide evacuation, with a massive slide blocking road access to Old Fort. The slide, four hundred meters long, has forced dozens to evacuate, and more are on notice. Creating a new route could cost up to three hundred million dollars, but may not prevent future slides. Locals express concern, with one lawmaker criticizing the province for not reinforcing the slope sooner. The slides unpredictability due to snow and water flow keeps residents on edge, with alerts expected to last weeks. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.

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