Update as of Jan. 121, 2026 at 2:57 p.m.: Emergency Management Cowichan has rescinded the evacuation order for 11 properties along the Chemainus River. Emergency Management Cowichan has issued an evacuation order for 11 properties in the area of Chemainus Road, Swallowfield Road and Crofton Road. “Failure to do so could result in injury or loss of life.”Emergency Management Cowichan said the evacuation order will remain in effect until further notice. Affected properties include 8659 and 8635 Swallowfield Road; 8421, 8506, 8377, 8360, 8348 and 8335 Chemainus Road; and 8976, 9023 and 9019 Crofton Road. Once safe, evacuees were directed to check in at the Cowichan Community Centre and follow the direction of local authorities.