Article content“Our hearts go out to those who are fighting this thing. They’re doing everything they can,” Corkum said. “Without the firefighters, the first responders, and the Red Cross, I don’t know what we’d do.”Article contentRachel O’Reilly was waiting to see if she would be evacuated Sept. 30 as firefighters and water bombers tried to stop the out-of-control wildfire.Article content“It’s pretty scary,” she said as fixed-winged airplanes flew by.Article content Water bombers were circling the South Mountain trying to slow an out-of-control wildfire on Sept. 30. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentShe lives year-round and helps oversee the Fox Mountain Camping Park, which has about 125 sites. Aylesford Road was closed at the end of the campground’s driveway.Article content Aylesford Road is closed at the Fox Mountain Camping Park due to a wildfire that began Sunday, Sept. 28. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentO’Reilly found out about the evacuation orders, which didn’t cover the campground, on her way home from work the night before.Article content“We’re ready to go, though, if we need to,” she said.Article contentO’Reilly noted it was “very busy here” on Sept. 29 as “a lot of people came in and got their things.”Article contentO’Reilly’s family packed items on Sept. 29 in case they had to evacuate. They had a travel trailer ready to go if they needed to leave.Article contentArticle contentThe Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Helicopter flying over scene this morning to get a better gauge on size. Last night’s rough estimate was 300 hectares. More evacuations possible. @NSEmergency working with local fire department on structure protection. pic.twitter.com/linSTBbs9o— Natural Resources (@NS_DNR) September 30, 2025Article contentThe regional emergency co-ordination centre has a hotline available for members of the public to call should they have any concerns about the impacts of the Lake George area wildfire. The number is 902-690-6112. Residents are advised that, if the issue is an emergency, they should call 911 and not the hotline.Article contentArticle contentEvacuation alertsArticle contentKings REMO is advising residents that, if an evacuation alert is issued, it means there is “a potential threat to life and safety” in the subject area. Residents may not have to leave immediately but should be ready to go on short notice in case the alert changes to an evacuation order.Article contentPeople in the subject area should gather essential items, including an emergency kit, medications, important documents, phones and chargers, clothing, pet supplies, cash, and personal ID.They should prepare their homes by closing windows and doors, turning off propane, and moving flammable items away from the house.They should plan an escape route and know at least two ways to get out of their community. If they don’t have their own vehicle, they should make transportation arrangements with friends, family, or local support services.They should also check on neighbours, especially those who are elderly, have mobility challenges, or may need extra help.They should stay informed by following official updates from Kings REMO, the municipality, and the Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office and be prepared to leave immediately if the alert changes to an evacuation order.All updates to the ongoing Lake George wildfire will be posted to the Kings REMO Facebook page and the Kings REMO website.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentEvacuation ordersArticle contentIf an evacuation order is issued, it means there is an immediate threat to life and safety in the area, and residents are advised to act immediately and leave. Delaying could put them and first responders at serious risk.Article contentThose in the affected area should leave right away and not wait to gather more belongings.They should take their emergency kit, including medications, important documents, phones and chargers, clothing, pet supplies and personal ID.Residents should check on neighbours and assist anyone who may need help leaving.They should follow designated evacuation routes and not take any shortcuts, as roads could be blocked or unsafe.Evacuees should register at the designated reception centre to help ensure they are accounted for and can access support.Residents who are evacuated should not return until officials say it’s safe, even if the fire appears to have moved away.Article content
Lake George, Aylesford Lake, N.S., area residents evacuated due to wildfire
